Homicide detectives in St. Louis have officially classified the July death of a woman found in the Carondelet neighborhood as a "homicide," after the Medical Examiner's Office cited multiple blunt force injuries as the cause, according to SLMPD. The victim, recently identified as 36-year-old Lisa Smith of the 3200 block of Nebraska, was discovered injured in the street on July 24, prompting an immediate investigation.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department reported that they received a call around 10 p.m for a "person down" at the 300 block of Bellerive. Smith was subsequently rushed to hospital by EMS but sadly was pronounced deceased. Initial thoughts led investigators to believe Smith might have been struck by a vehicle, but ongoing scrutiny of the evidence at hand suggests a more sinister narrative.
The Homicide Division, now heading the persistent inquiry, has made a public appeal for information. SLMPD have stated that "anyone with information is urged to call the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371." Additionally, there's an opportunity for tipsters wanting to keep their identity under wraps, coupled with the possible incentive of a reward; they can reach out to CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).
