SLMPD response and weekend violence tied to 314 Day/St. Patrick's/NCAA events
Key Questions
What violent incidents occurred in St. Louis during 314 Day, St. Patrick's Day, and NCAA events?
Teen arrests were made for street takeovers in Bevo Mill and shootings. An 18-year-old in Carr Square was charged with firing over 20 rounds in a fatal incident. Two men were killed and at least three injured in a north St. Louis shooting on Saturday.
What police measures were implemented in response to the weekend violence?
Chief Tracy enforced a youth curfew from 10pm to 5am for under-18s downtown. Missouri State Highway Patrol provided assistance, SWAT was deployed, and the 'Slow Down' campaign was launched. Police released photos of 36 suspects with active investigations ongoing.
Were there any arrests related to juvenile crime during this period?
Teens were arrested for street takeovers and shootings. A juvenile crime ring targeting vulnerable victims was busted in a multi-jurisdictional sting.
Teen arrests for street takeovers (Bevo Mill), shootings; Carr Square 18yo charged (20+ rounds fatal). Chief Tracy youth curfew (10pm-5am downtown/under-18s), MSHP assist, SWAT, 'Slow Down' campaign; 36 suspect photos, probes active.