A man was shot in the leg in an alley on the 900 block of Bates, as the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department reported on a shooting that had taken place this past Saturday evening. According to the official report, the 42-year-old victim was approached by an unidentified assailant around 7:30 p.m. and subsequently wounded by gunfire.
A family member drove the man to a local hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. The incident is part of a series of gun-related episodes affecting the community. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward to aid in the search for answers.
Details about the suspect remain scarce, with the police report not describing at the time. As the investigation continues, the authorities have made a public appeal for assistance. "Anyone with information is asked to call the South Patrol Division at 314-444-2500 for a District 1 detective," the report stated. Furthermore, there is an opportunity for witnesses to provide information anonymously and potentially qualify for a reward through CrimeStoppers by calling 866-371-TIPS (8477).
