ST. LOUIS — An investigation is underway after a man was found dead Thursday afternoon in The Ville neighborhood.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department said officers were dispatched after a man was found dead in a vacant lot in the 4400 block of Cote Brilliante Avenue. The man had lacerations to his torso.
Homicide investigators and a medical examiner were called to the scene. Police have not released the man's name, and the suspect was unknown.
Anyone with information regarding the incident was asked to contact the Homicide Division at 314-444-5371. You can also leave an anonymous tip for CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).
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.
Cure Violence is an international organization that is present in a handful of St. Louis neighborhoods. Violence interrupters are trained to de-escalate violent situations within their own communities.
