Updates shared on this page surrounding critical incidents and Force investigations will occur by the Public Affairs and Information Division, as details become available. The information provided in these summaries should be considered preliminary and could change as the investigations continue and further details are determined.
Suspect Crashes, Dies After Fleeing Fairmont City Officer
UPDATE: Suspect Dies in Crash While Fleeing Traffic Stop
UPDATE: The suspect has been identified as 40-year-old Michael Banks of St. Louis City. A…
UPDATE: Suspect Dies After Vehicle Fleeing Illinois Law Enforcement Crashes
UPDATE: CJC Detainee Identified After Dying During Apparent Medical Emergency
Suspect Opens Fire on District Officers During Shots Fired Call
UPDATE: Man Pulls Weapon on Officers During Suspicious Person Investigation
Arrestee Experiences Medical Emergency, Rushed to Hospital in Critical/Unstable Condition
Around 10:20 a.m. on August 22, 2025, first responders were called to the St. Louis…
Armed Suspect Killed After Refusing Commands During Violent Carjacking Investigation
Around 1:30 p.m. on July 31, 2025, SLMPD Intelligence Detectives were in the Hyde Park…
Death of CJC Detainee Under Investigation
Weekly Crime Stats
Every week, SLMPD Commanders meet to analyze crime trends. This careful review allows Commanders to strategically align officers while on patrol. Commanders review 7-day, 28-day and Year-To-Date crime data.
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