St. Louis police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred in the same area late Thursday night, leaving one man dead and a neighborhood shaken by fear and uncertainty. The incidents unfolded near Northland Avenue and Kingshighway Boulevard, where residents reported hearing gunfire and seeing a heavy police presence. What began as reports of shots fired quickly turned into a homicide investigation.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, officers were dispatched to the area shortly after 11:30 p.m. Thursday. When first responders arrived, they found a man suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment as officers secured the scene and began collecting evidence.
Police later identified the victim as 26-year-old Malik Holmes. Despite efforts by medical staff, Holmes succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. His death has deeply impacted family members and added to the growing concern over gun violence in St. Louis, where many communities continue to struggle with repeated incidents of violent crime.
Authorities confirmed that a second shooting occurred in the same general area around the same time. However, police have not released details about the first incident, nor have they confirmed whether the two shootings are connected. Investigators say they are actively exploring all possibilities and working carefully to determine if the events are related or separate incidents.
Detectives spent hours canvassing the neighborhood, speaking with potential witnesses, and searching for surveillance footage that could help piece together what happened. Residents nearby said they heard multiple gunshots and later saw police vehicles blocking off parts of the area. Many expressed concern for their safety and frustration over the continued violence in their community.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department’s homicide and major crimes units are leading the investigation. No suspects or motives have been announced, and no arrests have been reported. Authorities are urging anyone with information about either shooting to contact police, stressing that community cooperation is vital. As the investigation continues, loved ones mourn Malik Holmes while the city waits for answers and justice.
