 “To keep St. Louis safe and sound, We spread the news, we’re city-bound. With facts and truth, we light the way, For safer streets, both night and day.” | St. Louis’ Crime Chime – Weekly Whirlwind of Woes: Overview: Nineteen-year-old Precious Amaya Scott of Glasgow Village faces two felony charges and is held on a $150,000 bond at the St. Louis County Justice Center following a midday shooting on May 6, 2026. Authorities report that after an earlier dispute at a St. Louis lounge, Scott and an accompanying group confronted an empty home in the 900 block of Smithshire, demanding a fight before Scott allegedly discharged multiple rounds into the residence and fled. Officers later arrested her in Des Peres, identifying two additional outstanding warrants in St. Louis County. |
An escalating nightclub feud leads to daylight gunfire into a Glasgow Village home, followed by a swift arrest in Des Peres.
19-Year-Old Precious Scott Faces Felony Weapons Charges for Firing into Smithshire Home: Jailed on $150,000 Bail and Active Warrants
The Club Dispute
A crowded lounge beneath the city glow,
Where sudden tempers quickly turned to foe.
Nineteen years old with pride too bruised to heal,
A minor clash that hardened into steel.
Precious Scott let the bitter anger stay,
Refusing to let the friction wash away.
The Pull-Up
May sixth arrived, the noon sun beating down,
A vehicle rolled across the quiet town.
The nine hundred block of Smithshire came in view,
Carrying Scott and a hot-headed crew.
They marched to the porch with a heavy stride,
Calling for the woman to come outside,
Demanding she face them and finish the fight,
Bringing night-lounge drama into broad daylight.
The Shots Fired
The door stayed closed; no answer met the shout,
An empty home while the resident was out.
Denied her brawl, the frustration turned to rage,
A reckless choice upon an open stage.
She backed to the car with a weapon drawn,
Fired several rounds across the front lawn.
Lead bit the frame, shattering wood and glass,
Before wheels burned rubber on the roadside grass.
The Arrest
Neighbors gave details to the flashing red,
Tracing out the route where the shooter fled.
The county broadcast crackled through the air,
Tracking down the plates and the clothes she’d wear.
Down in Des Peres, the open pavement ended,
Surrounded by the law, the escape suspended.
The Reckoning
Steel bars click shut at the Justice Center gate,
Leaving cold brick walls to decide her fate.
Two brand-new felonies written on the file,
Two older warrants added to the pile.
One hundred fifty thousand sets the bail,
A heavy price to close a reckless tale.
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.
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