Crime in St. Louis runs on law enforcement activity, justice system proceedings, public safety developments and incident reports, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting keeps track of the police department and the courts as they address these developments.
Residents describe long hold times and delayed police response as the department's 911 center struggled with a surge of calls.
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Do you trust your local police to respond quickly when you call 911?
St. Louis police seek the public's help identifying a suspect who fired at a man working on his vehicle on West Florissant Avenue.
A federal jury found a 44-year-old man guilty of multiple counts related to the illegal sale of firearms and narcotics.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department plans to deploy drones to respond to some 911 calls as the Board of Police Commissioners weighs proposed operating policies.
James Roach admitted to second-degree murder in the death of Colin Brown, who was struck by a stray bullet on Interstate 55 in 2024.
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Do you feel your vehicle is currently at risk of being stolen using modern digital methods?
A 2017 Nissan Maxima was stolen from a residential parking pad via key fob signal relay.
Coverage takes in criminal incidents, law enforcement policies, justice system operations and public safety initiatives. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Differences in how courts handle caseloads and how public safety programs are deployed affect how these issues play out day to day. Legislative shifts and budget cycles determine what resources reach the city to address ongoing safety concerns.
