Crime
17-year-old arrested in connection to fatal shooting of 15-year-old Jamar Hamilton at Speedy Gas Station in Baden
A 17-year-old male has been taken into custody and is now facing multiple charges related to a fatal shooting that occurred in the Baden neighborhood of St. Louis.
Incident Overview:
On November 12, shortly before 1:40 a.m., St. Louis police responded to reports of gunfire at the Speedy Gas Station located in the 8800 block of North Broadway.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim, later identified as 15-year-old Jamar Hamilton of Glasgow Village, lying on the ground with gunshot wounds.
Emergency medical services pronounced him deceased at the scene.
Preliminary Investigation:
Authorities believe that Hamilton was with a group of individuals when an exchange of gunfire occurred between them and occupants of another vehicle.
Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances that led to the deadly encounter.
Arrest and Charges:
The 17-year-old suspect was initially taken into custody on November 12 for an unrelated offense and was held in juvenile detention.
On November 15, St. Louis Homicide Detectives collaborated with attorneys from the Juvenile Court to apply charges against him. The charges include:
- First-Degree Murder
- First-Degree Assault
- Armed Criminal Action
- First-Degree Tampering
- Unlawful Use of a Weapon
Call for Information:
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Those with details about the incident can contact the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371.
For anonymous tips and potential reward eligibility, individuals can reach out to CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Only tips submitted through CrimeStoppers are eligible for rewards.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.