On August 15, District 5 officers received a call for a shooting at approximately 11:38 a.m.
Officers met with a 17-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound to his hand.
The 17-year-old told officers he was walking at Maple and Catalpa. Suddenly, he heard gunshots and then felt pain to his hand. The 17-year-old was transported to a nearby hospital where he was listed as stable.
This investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact a 5th District Detective at (314)444-0001. Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can call CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Only tips submitted to CrimeStoppers that lead to a felony arrest are eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.