Crosby Man Charged in Sunday Night Murder

Xavier Thomas, 22, arrested after fatal stabbing of Eddie Carrington

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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A 22-year-old Crosby man has been charged with murder and is being held on a $1 million bond after a fatal stabbing incident on Sunday night. Xavier Thomas was arrested after police responded to a call from the Moose Lodge concerning a stabbing that had taken place in an apartment building across the street. The victim, identified as Eddie Carrington, was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Thomas claimed Carrington had sexually assaulted him multiple times and that he stabbed him to prevent further harm.

Why it matters

This is the first homicide charged in the Crosby area since 1990, raising concerns about public safety and the handling of alleged sexual assault cases in the small North Dakota community.

The details

According to the affidavit, the stabbing occurred in the boiler room of the apartment building where Thomas lived. Thomas told authorities that Carrington had sexually assaulted him on multiple occasions and that he stabbed him to prevent further harm. Witnesses said Thomas appeared at the Moose Lodge, bloodied and carrying a knife, and confessed to the stabbing. Thomas expressed no remorse, believing Carrington would continue to harm him.

  • The incident occurred on Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • Thomas was arrested and charged with murder on February 10, 2026.
  • A preliminary hearing is scheduled for April 24, 2026.

The players

Xavier Thomas

A 22-year-old Crosby man charged with the murder of Eddie Carrington.

Eddie Carrington

The 22-year-old victim who was fatally stabbed by Thomas.

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What they’re saying

“Thomas told law enforcement during his initial interview Carrington had sexually assaulted him more than once, and Thomas stabbed him to prevent any further harm.”

— Xavier Thomas (journalnd.com)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on April 24 whether or not to allow Xavier Thomas out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complex issues surrounding alleged sexual assault, self-defense claims, and the need for thorough investigations to determine the facts and ensure justice is served in small communities like Crosby.