Downtown St. Louis has seen its share of challenges and the latest incident only adds to that list. A suspect is now being sought for a burglary that took place at the Dorsa Lofts, adding to the city's concerns over property crimes. The burglary occurred on the evening of April 20, around 7:40 p.m., when an individual gained unauthorized access to one of the residents' storage units. According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department's release, the suspect absconded with belongings valued at over $5,600 – including firearms.
The incident has left the downtown community on edge, particularly with the theft of firearms, that raises potential public safety concerns. Detectives from the 4th District are actively seeking the suspect, whose images have been captured and circulated in hopes that someone, somewhere might recognize them and lend a hand to the ongoing investigation. Authorities are urging the public to step forward with any information that might lead to an arrest.
CrimeStoppers is offering a cash reward for tips leading to a felony arrest, appealing to those who wish to remain anonymous but still contribute to these efforts. They've made it clear that only tips submitted through their service that result in a felony arrest will qualify for rewards. Potential informants can reach out to CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477), but are also welcome to contact detectives directly at 314-444-2500 with any relevant information on the burglary.
