A 5-year-old boy was shot and killed last Friday night in north St. Louis County. Police responded around 9:42 p.m. to the 12400 block of Jerries Lane, where the child was found with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a nearby hospital but later died from his injuries. Detectives have launched an active investigation, and further details have not been released.
What police have said about the call
St. Louis County officers responded last Friday night to Jerries Lane, where they found a 5-year-old boy with a gunshot wound. He was taken to a local hospital and later pronounced dead. Police have classified the case as an active investigation and have not released additional details, according to First Alert 4.
How to contact investigators
The St. Louis County Police Department is asking anyone with information about the shooting to call their non-emergency line at 636-529-8210. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477). Callers to CrimeStoppers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward if their information leads to an arrest.
What remains unknown
Authorities have not released any information regarding a suspect, a possible motive, or whether others were injured. As per First Alert 4, no additional details were provided in the initial report. Detectives continue to investigate and are urging anyone with information to contact the St. Louis County Police or CrimeStoppers using the numbers provided.
