St. Louis police are investigating a late-night shooting near Busch Stadium that left one person wounded and officers describing the scene as especially sensitive because a baby was involved. A woman was taken into custody at the scene, and the victim’s injuries were not considered life-threatening.
The gunfire broke out in the 800 block of Spruce Street, and investigators found the stadium MetroLink entrance roped off with crime-scene tape, according to FOX 2. Police told reporters they had no known motive and that, despite the woman being detained, no arrests had been made in connection with the shooting as of late Tuesday.
Detectives remained on scene into the night, processing evidence and interviewing witnesses as downtown workers and late-night visitors navigated around the taped-off transit entrance.
Ballpark Corridor Has Seen Recent Incidents
The Ballpark Village and Busch Stadium entertainment corridor has seen other late-night shootings in recent months. A March incident left a 19-year-old shot and led to multiple people being detained. Those repeat episodes have kept downtown security staff, venue operators and city police focused on coordinating patrols and transit access during events.
Police Ask For Tips As Investigation Continues
Investigators with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department said they were canvassing the area and asked anyone with video or information to contact the department, according to FOX 2. Authorities said the probe is ongoing and that they will release additional details once evidence is processed.
The stretch near Busch Stadium remained an active crime scene late Tuesday night, and officers urged anyone with information to come forward. City transit and venue officials had not released additional statements while detectives continued their work.
