A Child’s Life Cut Short and a Father’s Painful Goodbye

The death of 3-year-old Dawson Zamora has shaken the community and devastated those who loved him most. His story, marked by innocence, suffering, and a final act of strength, has drawn heartbreak from all who have learned of the tragedy. Dawson passed away on December 7, 2025—his father’s birthday. In a moving message, his father, Dahrian Zamora, shared the news that his son had finally let go, saying Dawson “held on to spend one last birthday with me and refused to go until then.” For a parent to witness a child’s final moments is beyond what words can hold, and for Dawson’s father, the date of his own birth will forever carry the weight of unimaginable loss. What began as a medical emergency in October has now become a grieving father’s nightmare and a case that has led prosecutors to pursue the highest legal charge in Texas.

A Disturbing Chain of Events That Could Not Be Ignored

The investigation began on October 14, when Christopher Alexander, the boyfriend of Dawson’s mother, took the child to a hospital. Doctors quickly determined that the explanation he provided—that Dawson may have fallen off a bed—did not match the severity of the injuries. Dawson had extensive bruising and severe brain trauma, injuries that alarmed medical staff and launched a criminal investigation. Both Alexander and Dawson’s mother, Chelsea Berg, were arrested the same day. As investigators dug deeper, disturbing text messages emerged, revealing that Berg had known about previous injuries to Dawson. In one message, she warned Alexander that he was “quite literally a threat to my son.” Prosecutors later stated that these messages suggested that Berg was aware of the danger but failed to intervene. Alexander has remained in the Collin County Jail since his arrest, facing charges of Injury to a Child and Tampering with Physical Evidence. His charges have not yet been upgraded, but the investigation is ongoing.

A Community Searching for Justice After a Life Lost Too Soon

With Dawson’s death, the legal consequences for those involved intensified. On December 7, 2025, authorities upgraded the charge against Chelsea Berg to capital murder, the most serious criminal charge in Texas. According to Dawson’s father, the charge was brought “due to her lack of effort in protecting our children,” indicating prosecutors believe her failure to act contributed to the child’s death. A detailed six-page affidavit outlining the evidence will soon become public as the case moves forward. Capital murder carries the penalties of death or life in prison without parole, reflecting the gravity of the accusation and the irreversible loss suffered. Dawson’s death has sparked grief, anger, and calls for justice from the community. His short life, marked by innocence and ended by violence, now serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of protecting the most vulnerable. As legal proceedings continue and more evidence comes to light, the focus remains on ensuring that Dawson’s suffering does not go unanswered, and that those responsible are held fully accountable.