A woman was killed in a shooting early Sunday in north St. Louis, according to police. The gunfire broke out near the intersection of Labadie and Newstead, and officers were called to the scene shortly after 1 a.m. Homicide detectives responded to investigate, and authorities have not yet released the victim's identity.
What police say
According to First Alert 4, officers arrived shortly after 1 a.m. and found the woman suffering from gunshot wounds. She was later pronounced dead. The station reports that homicide detectives are leading the investigation, but police have shared few additional details so far as they work to piece together what happened overnight.
Homicide investigation
Per the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, homicide detectives operate around the clock, processing crime scenes, interviewing witnesses and developing leads in suspicious deaths. The department notes that its non-emergency number is 314-231-1212 and advises residents to call 911 whenever there is an emergency or an immediate threat to safety.
Citywide context
While shootings remain a persistent concern, St. Louis has seen a recent decline in homicides overall. Police reported 139 homicides in 2025, down from 151 in 2024. St. Louis Public Radio reported the 7% drop and pointed readers to the department's homicide analysis, noting that even with improvement, deadly violence continues to shape daily life for many city residents.
How to help
Anyone with information about the overnight shooting is urged to contact the Homicide Division or submit tips through local tip lines. The SLMPD homicide page includes details on how to reach investigators. For emergencies, residents should call 911. For non-emergency situations or to pass along information that is not urgent, the department can be reached at 314-231-1212.
