Tamon Sleet, 26, was arrested for allegedly robbing a Florissant KFC at gunpoint on June 22, 2026, after a citizen tackled him in the parking lot; he’s now held on a $250,000 cash-only bond facing three felony charges.
St. Louis’ Crime Chime – Weekly Whirlwind of Woes: From Register to Jail Cell: Tamon Sleet Faces Robbery 1st Degree, Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm — Held on $250,000 in St. Louis County
June twenty-second, the clock read near noon,
Eleven forty-eight, things went sideways too soon.
At the KFC on North Highway Sixty-Seven,
A robbery started — but justice was even.
Tamon Sleet, born nine-nine, July thirteen,
From the Redman Road blocks, the twenty-four hundred scene.
He walked in with a firearm, stolen and cold,
Walked out with the currency the register holds.
But the lot had a hero who wasn’t afraid,
A citizen stepped up while the getaway swayed.
One tackle, one takedown, the plan hit the ground,
By the time officers rolled, the suspect was found.
No struggle, no chase, just cuffs clicking tight,
The stolen gun recovered, the cash back in sight.
Now he’s booked in the county, no shortcuts, no fold,
Two hundred fifty thousand — cash-only bond holds.
Robbery First Degree heads the list on the page,
Armed Criminal Action, the weapon, the rage,
Unlawful Possession — the charges run deep,
A bad morning’s choices he’s lying to keep.
So here’s the real lesson the whole city should know:
You can run from the camera, but not from the row.
From heartbreaking losses to shocking crimes, these stories paint a sobering picture of the challenges facing our communities. Let’s hope for justice, healing, and a safer tomorrow.
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Through its St. Louis Crime Chime section. This essential platform empowers residents by highlighting emerging threats and safety concerns, encouraging vigilance and informed decision-making. Beyond reporting, it holds individuals and institutions accountable by keeping arrests and legal proceedings in the public eye, promoting transparency and urging neighbors to protect and support one another.
While the headlines often confront difficult truths, they also serve as a rallying cry for action. By staying informed through reliable sources and official police data, residents can move beyond fear and take an active role in prevention and community-building efforts. Together, we can transform awareness into meaningful change, helping St. Louis write a safer, more hopeful chapter for all.
What You Can Do
- Get Mental Health resources help for you and your family
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