Community Remembers Cai Shen At Memorial Bench Ceremony In Lexington

Press release from the Town of Lexington:

December 22, 2020

A new granite bench was recently added at Lincoln Park in the woods alongside the Teresa and Roberta Lee Fitness and Nature Path to honor Cai Shen (Cai pronounced as “Chai”), a Lexington resident and victim of a domestic violence crime that took place on May 30, 2019. This bench commemorates the life of Cai Shen, who lived near Lincoln Park, where she often spent her leisure time.

Members of the community gathered for a small, socially-distanced ceremony on December 19 to remember the life of Cai Shen, including friends, family, community members, and Town officials. They shared fond memories of their time with Ms. Cai, and Human Services Director Melissa Interess shared resources and support available in the community.

We encourage the community to visit the bench when at Lincoln Park.

For support and resources on domestic violence, please contact the Lexington Human Services Department at 781-698-4840 or visit LexingtonMA.gov/DV.

This press release was produced by the Town of Lexington. The views expressed here are the author’s own.