On September 27, 2025, just after 2:30PM, District 6 officer responded to a call for a shooting in the 5300 block of Ruskin. When officers arrived, they located two adult males, both who had been shot.
EMS arrived and conveyed the first male, a 23-year-old, to the hospital where he later died from his injuries.
The second male, a 29-year-old, was also conveyed to the hospital and listed in critical, but stable condition.
Homicide Detectives responded and assumed the investigation.
Preliminary information suggests both males were involved in an argument in the street, which resulted in both men shooting at each other.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371. Anyone with a tip who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a possible cash reward can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Only tips submitted to CrimeStoppers that lead to a felony arrest are eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.