Crime
Car fatally strikes 39-year-old Shirley Howard pushing stroller in north St. Louis
2-year-old critically injured.
St. Louis, MO – Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal pedestrian accident that occurred in North St. Louis on Monday, January 20, 2025, as 39-year-old Shirley Howard.
The tragic incident took place at approximately 2:00 p.m. near the intersection of West Florissant Avenue and Arlington Avenue.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, a vehicle driven by a man in his 80s was traveling westbound on West Florissant when it struck Ms. Howard, who was pushing a stroller with a 2-year-old child. Reports indicate that Ms. Howard was walking in the street, possibly near a snowbank, at the time of the collision.
Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene; however, despite their efforts, Ms. Howard was pronounced deceased on-site.
The child sustained serious injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Medical officials have since reported that the child’s condition has been upgraded to critical but stable.
The St. Louis Police Department’s Accident Reconstruction Unit is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities have not yet determined whether Ms. Howard was walking in the roadway to avoid icy sidewalks or attempting to cross the street when the collision occurred.
Officials urge anyone with information related to this tragic incident to contact the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.
The community is encouraged to keep Ms. Howard’s family and loved ones in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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.