In the early hours of the morning in St. Louis' Columbus Square neighborhood, a shooting claimed the life of one man and left two others injured. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department reported via social media that the incident took place at the intersection of N. 9th and O’Fallon around 3 a.m. According to the police, one male victim was fatally shot, while another male is currently in critical condition, and a female victim is in stable condition.
Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred at N. 9th and O’Fallon that occurred around 3am. One male has died. One male is in critical condition and a female is stable. #SLMPD pic.twitter.com/eKd8rgqSuy
— St. Louis, MO Police (@SLMPD) June 15, 2025
Homicide detectives have taken over to fully investigate what happened at the scene of the shooting. As the authorities seek to piece together the chain of events, the neighborhood has been subjected to increased police activity. Details surrounding the shooting are still vague, and the police have not yet released any information regarding potential suspects or motives. Community members are urged to come forward with any information they might have to help swiftly bring those responsible to justice.
The identity of the deceased male has not been made public, pending notification of his next of kin.
