The Evening Whirl: St. Louis’ Crime Chime – Weekly Whirlwind of Woes (Jan 12-16, 2026)
Welcome to The Evening Whirl, where we bring you the latest crime stories from St. Louis, MO, with a rhythmic twist. In a city often listed among the most dangerous cities in the United States, the headlines are as gripping as they are grim. Here’s your roundup for the week of January 12-15, 2026.
“Double Trouble in North City”
Two men shot, their lives erased,
In West End’s streets, a deadly case.
Police are investigating a double fatal shooting in the West End neighborhood. The victims, two men, were found dead on January 15. Detectives are working to uncover leads in this tragic case.
“Gate District’s Grim Fate”
One man killed, another hurt,
Gunfire leaves the streets alert.
A fatal shooting rocked the Gate District on January 14, leaving one man dead and another injured. Authorities are searching for suspects as the community mourns another senseless act of violence.
“Toddler’s Tragic Trigger”
A child’s cry, a gun in hand,
A family shattered, hard to withstand.
In the Wells/Goodfellow neighborhood, a 3-year-old boy accidentally shot himself with a firearm. The Child Abuse Unit is investigating the incident, which has left the community heartbroken.
“Mount Pleasant’s Mourning Moment”
A man was shot, his life cut short,
Mount Pleasant adds another report.
Homicide detectives are investigating the death of a man in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood. The shooting occurred on January 11, leaving residents shaken and searching for answers.
“Fentanyl’s Fatal Fallout”
A dealer caught, his stash exposed,
Enough to kill the city, enclosed.
A St. Louis County man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for federal drug charges. Authorities discovered enough fentanyl in his possession to kill every resident in St. Louis, highlighting the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis.
“Applebee’s Shooter Convicted”
A random act, a senseless crime,
Justice served, but not in time.
A St. Louis County jury convicted a man for a fatal shooting at an Applebee’s in St. Ann. The verdict brings some closure to a case that left the community reeling.
“Teen’s Tragic Turn”
A 15-year-old, a life gone wrong,
Charged with murder, the pain is strong.
A teenager has been charged with second-degree murder and armed criminal action in connection with a January 7 homicide in Glasgow Village. The case underscores the devastating impact of youth violence.
“Stolen Ride, Swift Justice”
A stolen car, a chase ensued,
Two in cuffs, their freedom subdued.
Police apprehended two individuals in north St. Louis County after identifying a stolen vehicle. The swift action highlights the ongoing efforts to combat auto theft in the region.
St. Louis Crime: A City in Transition
While the headlines remain heavy, there’s a silver lining in the numbers. The St. Louis MO crime rate saw a 16% drop in overall crime for 2025, with homicides hitting a 12-year low. The SLMPD’s efforts to reduce violence are making an impact, but the fight is far from over.
For daily updates, check the SLMPD Crime and Investigations page.
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