A suspect is in custody after two men were shot Thursday night in High Ridge, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. One victim was taken to the hospital by ambulance, while the other was flown by helicopter to a St. Louis-area hospital, and their injuries have not been disclosed.
The shooting happened near Dave's Diner in High Ridge, though accounts of the exact time and location differ. According to KMOV, the shooting occurred around 8:30 p.m. Thursday in the 2800 block of High Ridge Boulevard. FOX 2 reported that it happened just after 8:20 p.m. in the 2300 block of High Ridge Boulevard.
Conflicting Details, Same Outcome
Both outlets agree on the core facts: two men were shot and two people ended up hospitalized as a result. FOX 2's report notes that their injuries remain unknown, and KMOV's reporting likewise indicates that authorities have released no other information regarding the shooting beyond the fact that a suspect is now in custody.
Dave's Diner posted about the shooting after it occurred, saying it took place in the restaurant's parking lot and that all employees were safe, per a social media post from the business. Nearby Hideout Sports Bar also posted about the shooting after it happened, saying it lost a regular who was part of its community.
What Remains Unknown
Neither report has identified the suspect or the victims, and no motive for the shooting has been made public. It is also not yet known whether charges have been filed in connection with the case. Jefferson County authorities have not released additional information, and High Ridge residents are left waiting for more details as the investigation continues.
