On Sunday, March 30, 2025, at approximately 7:45 a.m., a significant incident unfolded at the Shell gas station located in the 10700 block of Page Avenue, Overland, Missouri.
An Overland police officer discharged his firearm during an attempt to arrest a man who was allegedly resisting.
Incident Details:
- Location: 10700 block of Page Avenue, Overland, MO.
- Time: Approximately 7:45 a.m.
- Involved Parties:
- Officer: A 25-year-old male with one year of law enforcement experience.
- Suspect: An unidentified male individual.
Sequence of Events:
- Investigative Stop: The officer conducted a stop at the gas station, leading to an interaction with the suspect.
- Resisting Arrest: During the encounter, the suspect allegedly resisted arrest, prompting the officer to use his firearm.
- Injuries:
- Suspect: Suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, subsequently hospitalized.
- Officer: Sustained injuries during the incident, also deemed non-life-threatening, and received medical attention.
Investigation and Public Appeal:
- Lead Agency: The St. Louis County Police Department’s Crimes Against Persons unit is overseeing the investigation.
- Public Assistance: Authorities encourage anyone with pertinent information to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210.
- Anonymous Tips: Individuals wishing to remain anonymous and potentially receive a cash reward can reach out to CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).
The events at the Page Avenue gas station highlight the unpredictable nature of law enforcement interactions.
Both the officer and suspect are fortunate that their injuries were not life-threatening. The ongoing investigation aims to provide clarity on the circumstances surrounding the shooting.