District 4 is investigating a shooting that happened shortly after 4:10 p.m. in the area of 2nd Street and Carr Street.
A 46-year-old man told officers he was sitting in his car at the location when he was approached by two unknown males. The 46-year-old man said one of the suspects then opened his car door and he exited the car in an attempt to defend himself. At that point, the 46-year-old said the suspect fired shots at him, grazing him in the head and neck. The 46-year-old said he reentered his car and then drove to the nearby casino where he contacted police.
EMS responded and transported the 46-year-old man to the hospital where he was listed in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with a tip about this incident who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a possible cash reward for their tip should contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted to a detective at 314-444-2500. Only tips submitted to CrimeStoppers that lead to an arrest are eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.