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Suspect in custody after fatally shooting neighbor in Midtown, police say

The shooting happened shortly after 2 p.m. at an apartment in the 3100 block of Olive Street, police said.

ST. LOUIS — A man was killed after an argument led to a shooting at an apartment in St. Louis' Midtown neighborhood, police said.

According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, the shooting happened shortly after 2 p.m. at an apartment in the 3100 block of Olive Street. 

A police captain at the scene said two men got into an argument. One of the men pulled out a gun and shot the other. Police said it is unclear what led up to the argument at this time.

The 42-year-old victim was later pronounced dead at a St. Louis hospital. His name had not been released as of Friday evening.

According to police, the suspect is in custody.

The department's homicide detectives were requested.

This is a developing story. It will be updated as 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. 

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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