Crime
9-Year-Old Jordan Neal Killed, Two Others Injured in North St. Louis Road Rage Shooting
A tragic act of gun violence claimed the life of a 9-year-old boy and left two others injured during a road rage incident in North City St. Louis on Saturday night, May 24, 2025.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department confirms that the shooting occurred around 9:00 p.m. near the intersection of Bircher Boulevard and Lillian Avenue, as a family of six was driving home.
Inside the vehicle were 9-year-old Jordan Neal, his 10-year-old brother Richard Neal III, 8-year-old brother, 4-year-old sister, and their mother and father.
According to family members, the family’s vehicle was cut off by a red 2004 four-door Nissan Altima with tinted windows.
The vehicle then opened fire on the family in what police believe to be a road rage incident.
Three members of the family were struck by gunfire:
- Jordan Neal, 9, suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead.
- Richard Neal III, 10, sustained critical injuries and remains hospitalized in critical condition.
- Their father was also struck and is currently listed in stable condition.
The mother and the couple’s 4-year-old daughter were not physically injured.
The suspect fled the scene, and as of now, no arrests have been made.
Investigators are urging anyone with information—no matter how small—to come forward to assist in identifying and locating the suspect vehicle and those responsible.
If you have any information related to this incident, please contact the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Homicide Division at (314) 444-5371. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).
This remains an active and ongoing homicide investigation, and further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
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.