NORTHWOODS, Mo. — Police said a man was shot and killed while driving a car in St. Louis County early Monday morning.
Police officers from the City of Northwoods were called to a car crash in the 3000 block of Fairchild Avenue.
First responders found a vehicle that had crashed into a sign. They found the driver inside the vehicle had a gunshot wound.
The victim was rushed to the hospital for treatment and later died. On Wednesday, he was identified as 32-year-old Bryant Jones.
No one else was in the car.
St. Louis County Police Crimes Against Persons detectives are investigating. They are asking for anyone with information to come forward. Call 636-529-8210 to speak with detectives.
To remain anonymous or potentially receive a reward call CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-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.
