St. Louis Major Case Squad Investigations

Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 6, 2023 – 5:30 pm

MAJOR CASE SQUAD INVESTIGATING HOMICIDE IN WELLSTON

UPDATE – 08/06/2023 – 5:30 P.M.

The Major Case Squad is seeking information on an assault and homicide that occurred at 8:40 pm on Saturday, August 5, 2023 in the 6100 block of Page Ave.

Shots were fired into a vehicle with three occupants:

1. The driver, a 30-year-old pregnant woman, was pronounced dead at the scene from a single gunshot wound.
2. A second 30-year-old woman, a passenger in the car, suffered injuries from a gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
3. A third woman, 72 years old, was a passenger in the car, but did not suffer any injuries.

The investigation is ongoing. At this time, there appears to be no relationship between the victims and the suspect(s).

The Major Case Squad strongly encourages anyone with information to call CrimeStoppers. Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible for a CrimeStoppers reward of up to $5,000 by calling 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

Lt. Jonathan McIntosh
Public Information Officer - Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis
jmcintosh@crevecoeurmo.gov – 314-274-2128
TWITTER: @MajorCaseSTL