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Published on January 14, 2025
St. Louis Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in Kingsway West, 65-Year-Old Victim IdentifiedSource: Google Street View

A man was fatally shot in the Kingsway West neighborhood last Wednesday, St. Louis police have confirmed. The incident, which resulted in the death of 65-year-old Roderick Ferguson of the 2900 block of Chippewa Street, occurred shortly before 5:30 p.m. at the intersection of Union Boulevard and Dr. Martin Luther King Drive. Responding officers found Ferguson with a gunshot wound to the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS workers.

The circumstances leading up to the shooting are currently under investigation by homicide detectives. Authorities are urging anyone to quickly come forward with information. In a statement obtained by St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, the department asked that tips be directed to the Homicide Division at 314-444-5371. They emphasize the importance of witnesses stepping up as they work to piece together the moments that culminated in Ferguson’s untimely demise.

For those wishing to provide information anonymously, CrimeStoppers is an option. The service offers the potential for a cash reward for tips that lead to an arrest. The organization can be contacted at 866-371-TIPS (8477), and it is noted that only tips submitted directly to CrimeStoppers are eligible for such rewards.

The local authorities are committed to apprehending those responsible and have promised to thoroughly investigate to ensure justice is served. Further details on the case will be shared with the public as they become available.