ST. LOUIS — Police released video Thursday in an effort to help identify two people they say are connected to a fatal shooting from November.
A man was fatally shot on November 12, 2023, at a gas station on the edge of St. Louis' Marine Villa and Gravois Park neighborhoods.
Note: The video above is from November.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, 43-year-old Christopher Barnhill was shot in the stomach just after 7 p.m. at the MotoMart located near the intersection of Chippewa Street and Jefferson Avenue. He was found on the ground next to an Acura TSX, barely conscious and breathing, police said.
Barnhill was taken to an area hospital, where he later was pronounced dead, police said.
Police shared video from around the time of the shooting that shows two men. The first man, labeled in the video as "subject 1" is seen on surveillance video pacing on a sidewalk. The video points out subject 1's white shoes with a teal or green Nike logo. The man appears to draw a weapon and starts moving quickly.
Another view of subject 1 points out a symbol or logo on the man's black hooded sweatshirt.
A third viewpoint shows Barnhill's car parked at the gas station. Subject 1 is seen running toward the car and then leaning into the passenger window. He tries to open the passenger car door but it was locked.
The video continues with the viewpoint of the gas station parking lot. Another man is seen in the video, labeled as "subject 2." This man is wearing a hat, a jacket and pants, white shoes and a large watch. Police did not say how this man may be related to the crime.
Anyone with information is urged to call the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371, or anyone with a tip who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a reward can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Tips submitted directly to detectives are not eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.
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.
The Crime Victim Center of St. Louis has multiple programs to support victims of crime. Crime Victim Center’s programs range from direct services to crime victims as well as “creating awareness and change within the systems they encounter.”
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 the Neighborhood Healing Network, which serves people who have experienced crime, violence or been the victim of an incident that caused trauma.
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