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St. Louis’ Crime Chime – Weekly Whirlwind of Woes:  Overview: Clayton police arrested 51-year-old Jason J. Logan of St. Louis on Friday morning, September 25, 2026, after a 17-year-old female customer reported he exposed himself inside the Starbucks at 2 N. Central Avenue. Logan was taken into custody without incident, charged with one count of first-degree sexual misconduct (a Class B misdemeanor), and held on a $5,000 cash-only bond while investigators look into whether other incidents occurred.

Fifty-one-year-old St. Louis man faces first-degree sexual misconduct charges following an incident at a Central Avenue coffee shop as detectives look for additional witnesses.

Clayton Police Nab Jason J. Logan for Sexual Misconduct: 51-Year-Old Held on $5K Cash Bond

On a Friday late in September, just before the clock struck eleven,
A quiet morning shattered under Missouri’s cloudy heaven.
At Two North Central Avenue, where the Clayton coffee pours,
An unsettling shadow stepped through the Starbucks doors.

A seventeen-year-old stood steady, though startled by the sight,
When a man exposed himself, thinking wrong could pass in daylight.
She spoke up to the workers, refusing quiet shame,
And the call went out to Clayton cops to handle this illicit game.

They found him on the premises, fifty-one years of age,
Identified as Jason Logan, brought swiftly to the cage.
Arrested with no struggle, taken straight into the precinct,
Where justice moved directly and the consequences deepened.

Before the weekend settled in, the prosecutor weighed the crime:
A first-degree sexual misconduct charge, paying for his time.
A Class B Misdemeanor filed, the warrant made it clear,
With a five-thousand-dollar cash-only bond keeping him right here.

Now detectives walk the pavement, checking every avenue,
Seeking anyone who spotted him or his white Audi Q3 SUV.
They’re asking for the public’s help to dial three-one-four,
Two-nine-zero, eight-four-two-zero, if you’ve seen this scene before.

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.

St. Louis Crime Chime: Partnering for a Safer Community

The St. Louis Crime Chime is evolving into a mission-driven organization dedicated to partnering with local public safety agencies and community-focused media, such as The Evening Whirl and Real STL News, to shine a light on social and violence-related issues. Our goal is to provide resources that support both victims and perpetrators of traumatic events, fostering healing and prevention within our community.

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
• For daily updates, check the SLMPD Crime and Investigations page.
• For anonymous tips to the St. Louis police, use the St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers Hotline at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477)
• The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 for free and confidential support. We provide free & confidential support to people in crisis for any reason, 24 hours a day.
• StopBullying.gov: Offers resources and help lines, including options for youth and veterans (Dial 988 then press 1). 
• Protect our children: https://dss.mo.gov/cd/keeping-kids-safe/can.htm

Stay tuned, stay safe, and remember: “If it’s crime you seek, we’ve got the streak.