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Dittmer Community Reeling as Investigation Opens into Homicide of Local Resident Robert Malcom

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Published on September 01, 2025
Dittmer Community Reeling as Investigation Opens into Homicide of Local Resident Robert MalcomSource: Facebook/Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

Law enforcement in Dittmer, Missouri, is investigating a homicide after a man was found deceased inside a residence. According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, deputies responded to a call at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, and discovered the body of 60-year-old Robert Malcom inside his home on the 8000 block of Canyon Lane.

Detectives confirmed that Malcom lived at the residence and are seeking his wife, Stacy Jay-Malcom, for questioning. At this time, authorities have not said whether she is considered a suspect or a person of interest. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information about her location to contact the Detective Bureau at 636-797-5515.

The investigation is ongoing, and the sheriff’s office has released limited details to protect the case. More information may be provided as detectives continue their work.