Itasca County DFL chair charged with hit-and-run homicide of Nashwauk teen

UPDATE: Vehicular homicide charges filed against DFL Chair involved in fatal hit-and-run

Share This StoryThe following story has been updated to reflect criminal charges now filed in the case. Cynthia “Cyndy” Martin, the chair of the 8th Congressional District DFL, has been formally charged with criminal vehicular homicide, including a special addendum for leaving the scene of a collision. According to the Itasca County District Court’s criminal complaint, on the evening of July 3, Carter Haithcock, 19, of Goodland, was struck by Ma…

Itasca County DFL chair charged with hit-and-run homicide of Nashwauk teen

On Nov. 19, 2024, in Itasca County District Court, 64-year-old Grand Rapids resident Cynthia “Cyndi” Martin was charged with Criminal Vehicular Homicide for her role in an incident that occurred on July 3, 2024. Martin is the current Itasca County DFL party chairperson.According to the criminal complaint, Martin spent the day participating in the Gilbert… Please log in below to access this content.  Not an active paid member? Subscribe HERE.  …