St. Louis County, MO (June 25, 2024): St. Louis County Police Department Bureau of Crimes Against Persons detectives are investigating a homicide in the 6200 block of Bailey Place in the City of Hillsdale that resulted in the death of an adult male.
At 9:46 a.m., North County Cooperative police officers responded to a call for service for shots fired in the area of Greer Avenue and Kienlen Avenue. Officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot injury in the 6200 block of Bailey Place. The male was transported to an area hospital for treatment of life threatening injuries but succumbed to his injuries and was later pronounced deceased. The deceased is identified as Willie Thompson, 41 years of age, of the 2300 block of Kienlen Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri 63121. Investigation revealed the shooting occurred in the 6200 block of Bailey Place in the City of Hillsdale. City of Hillsdale Police requested St. Louis County Police Department Bureau of Crimes Against Persons assume responsibility for the investigation.
The investigation is ongoing. Additional information will be disseminated as it becomes available.
Please contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210 to speak with investigators if you have any information regarding this incident. To remain anonymous or potentially receive a reward, please contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).
|
Media Relations Staff:
SERGEANT Tracy Panus 314-615-4282 |
|
MS. VERA CLAY 314-615-2505 |