MCS Report #757
Classification: Homicide
Requesting Agency: Hazelwood Police Department
Date of Activation: 06/16/2021
Commander and Department: Capt. Andy Eagan, Hazelwood Police Department
Deputy Report Officer and Department: Sgt. Brendan Gilbert, Hazelwood Police Department
Deputy Report Officer and Department: Sgt. Doug Endsley, St. Charles City Police Department
Victim: Ervin Costello
Suspects: Unknown
The Hazelwood Police Department requested the assistance of the Major Case Squad in investigating the death of Ervin Costello. At approximately 7:45pm, officers responded to the 8400 block of Latty Ave for a report of two people shot. There officers located Ervin Costello (age 33) and a female (age 19) who had both been shot. Ervin was transported to a local hospital where he died from his injuries. The female was transported to the hospital and treated for her injuries.
During this investigation, it was learned Ervin and the female were walking when a 2013 or newer white Cadillac ATS with dark windows pulled alongside the victims and opened fire. It is believed there were 4 occupants inside the vehicle.
If anybody has information in this case, please contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).
