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14-year-old found shot to death Saturday morning in downtown St. Louis

The victim has been identified as Lamarion Davis, 14.
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ST. LOUIS — A teen was found fatally shot early Saturday in downtown St. Louis.

According to St. Louis police, a 14-year-old was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds shortly before 1:40 a.m. in the 400 block of North 10th Street. The teen died at the scene.  

He was later identified as Lamarion Davis, 14, of St. Louis. 

St. Louis Metropolitan Police's Homicide Division is investigating the fatal shooting.

Anyone with information is urged to call the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371, or anyone with a tip who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a reward can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).

Resources for crime victims:

If you have been a victim of a crime or know someone who has been, 5 On Your Side has compiled a list of resources.

Better Family Life is a nonprofit community development organization working to "stabilize inner-city neighborhoods." One aspect of its mission is a gun violence de-escalation program.

Life Outside of Violence "helps those harmed by stabbing, gunshot or assault receive the treatment, support and resources they need to find alternatives to end the cycle of violence."

The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis has an anti-crime program called “Safety Net for Youth Initiative,” which is a joint partnership with St. Louis Public Schools to provide services to at-risk youth.

 Cure Violence is an international organization that has recently launched in a handful of St. Louis neighborhoods. Violence interrupters are trained to deescalate violent situations within their own communities

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