One man was killed and another was left in critical condition after a shooting in the Lindenwood Park neighborhood on Thursday morning, police said. The two men, both suffering from gunshot wounds, were dropped off at a hospital, where one later died. Investigators believe the shooting happened in the 6500 block of Scanlan Avenue, and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is leading the probe. The investigation remains ongoing.
Police: Victims Brought To Hospital
According to First Alert 4, officers said the victims were dropped off at a local hospital Thursday morning. One of the men later died, while the other remained in critical condition. The outlet reports that police have not released the men's identities or any suspect description. Detectives were at the Scanlan Avenue block, investigating and asking neighbors what they saw.
Where It Happened
Police believe the shooting occurred on the 6500 block of Scanlan Avenue, a residential stretch south of Forest Park. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department's public site documents earlier shooting incidents in Lindenwood Park and lists contact information for detectives handling neighborhood cases, showing how the department gathers tips and video for investigations. Officers were reported on scene as investigators collected evidence and spoke with potential witnesses.
What Comes Next
Police have not announced any arrests or a possible motive, and they say the investigation is ongoing. 20-year sentence in violent dating app attacks has previously been reported in connection with Lindenwood Park, providing local context about the neighborhood's recent criminal cases. This story will be updated when the department releases more information or identifies suspects.
