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Man Charged in 2019 Shooting Death of 7-year-old Xavier Usanga
On September 11, 2025, the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office issued charges in the 2019 murder of 7-year-old Xavier…
Man Identified Using DNA Technology After 2020 Death
Forensic technology has led St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department detectives to positively identifying a man after years of investigation.
SLMPD Chaplain John Fava Honored at Annual Blue Mass
The Blue Mass, a tradition dating back to 1934, is held each September to show gratitude to emergency responders…
Suspect Arrested in 2019 Shooting Death of 16-year-old
On September 1, 2025, Homicide Detectives arrested a 26-year-old man in connection to the homicide of 16-year-old Kristina Curry…
Homicide Detectives Make Arrest in 17-Year Cold Case
The SLMPD announced the arrest of a suspect in the 2008 murder of Officer Demond Taylor, a police officer…
SLMPD Welcomes 10 New Police Officers
The SLMPD hosted a graduation ceremony Thursday night for Recruit Class 2024-03.
SLMPD Executes Search Warrant at Recycling Facility in Crackdown on Wire Theft
In an effort to address the regional problem of wire theft impacting critical infrastructure, the SLMPD executed a search…
Injured SLMPD Officer Continues to Serve
On Monday, Officer Philip Green, who was named Officer of the Year for 2024 by his fellow co-workers, spoke…
SLMPD Officers Demonstrate the Power of Community Policing
St. Louis, MO — A long-time St. Louis resident recently shared heartfelt words that capture the impact of dedicated…
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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.
