Last night, a carjacking incident unfolded in the 200 block of S. 20th Street, prompting a swift response from District 4 police officers. The event took place around 6:45 p.m. last night, as relayed by the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department's report.
A woman, 29, found herself alone in the passenger seat of her 2011 Toyota RAV4, her partner having briefly stepped away, inside of a business. In those scant minutes, a man entered the driver seat, and, implied possession of a gun. The startled woman chose to exit the vehicle promptly, after which the man took the opportunity to drive away with it.
The authorities are currently investigating the crime, spearheading efforts to piece together the incident and locate both the suspect and the stolen vehicle. An appeal has been made to the public for any information that may aid in this pursuit.
The police have provided contact details urging witnesses or those with information to get in touch. The Central Patrol Division can be reached at 314-444-2500, where District 4 detectives are at the ready to take any leads. Moreover, in a bid to cast a wider net, the option for anonymity and even a potential reward has been set up through CrimeStoppers. The dedicated line for this service is 866-371-TIPS (8477), for those preferring discretion or seeking to assist without direct involvement.
