ST. LOUIS — An 18-year-old man was charged with first-degree murder for an August homicide in south St. Louis.
Michael Henderson, an 18-year-old Lemay man, was charged with murder and armed criminal action in connection with the shooting death of 42-year-old Joseph Shaw on Aug. 26.
Police said they responded to a call for a shooting in the 4800 block of Nebraska Avenue at around 2:15 p.m. A man who was injured in the shooting was pronounced dead at the scene of the crime. He was identified as Joseph Shaw, a Hazelwood resident, later in the day.
Henderson is being held without bond. According to online court documents, his next court appearance is set for Dec. 12.
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.
