Homicide Detectives are investigating a stabbing incident that left a man dead and two others injured on March 26, 2025 in the 5100 block of Maple Avenue.
Shortly before 8:35 p.m., officers received a call for a cutting at a residence at the location. Upon arriving, they located a 53-year-old man in a rear yard suffering from puncture wounds. Two additional persons at the residence, an adult male and adult female, were located suffering from cuts.
A preliminary investigation revealed the 53-year-old man reportedly forced entry into the residence and attacked the man and woman with a knife. The man was ultimately able to gain control of the knife and stabbed the 53-year-old man. An investigation into the full circumstances of the incident still remains underway.
EMS responded and pronounced the 53-year-old man dead at the scene. The man and woman were transported to the hospital for treatment and listed in stable condition. The investigation is 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 are eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.