ST. LOUIS — Homicide detectives are investigating after a man was found shot to death in north St. Louis Tuesday afternoon.
St. Louis police said they were called to the 8800 block of Lowell Street in the city's Baden neighborhood after a caller reported finding someone dead.
Police initially said they were unsure if he suffered any injuries, but police later discovered he was suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Wednesday, police identified the victim as 47-year-old Kevis Bess. Police said he lived on the same block where he died.
No other information about the incident has been provided.
Anyone with information on this incident should call St. Louis police’s homicide division at 314-444-5371 or CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
This story will be updated when more information becomes available.
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.
