Crime
Two Dead, Three Injured after shooting near Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis
A deadly shooting in St. Louis’ Columbus Square neighborhood Sunday night claimed the lives of two individuals and injured three others, marking a grim scene just across from the Dome at America’s Center.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department reported that officers responded to the 700 block of Carr Street around 10 p.m.
Upon arrival, they discovered a man who had died at the scene.
A second victim later succumbed to injuries sustained in the shooting, as confirmed in a press conference on Monday by police spokesperson Mitch McCoy.
Three other individuals were struck by gunfire.
One remains in critical condition, while the other two sustained less severe injuries, including one being grazed and another shot in the foot.
The crime scene spanned a large area, with investigators recovering “dozens and dozens” of shell casings, all sent to the department’s crime lab for analysis.
Police believe the violence stemmed from an argument that escalated just before the gunfire erupted.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Division has taken over the investigation, which remains active and ongoing.
One of the two victims has been identified as Damon Lawson, authorities have confirmed.
Police urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward to assist in the investigation.
Houston, TX – March 13, 2025 – A Houston man has been charged with murder following the death of his wife inside their home, while the victim’s family is seeking help in locating her missing dogs.
The Houston Police Department (HPD) responded to a residence on Emma Forest Street early March 12, 2025, after receiving reports of a disturbance.
Upon arrival, officers encountered 34-year-old Chance Zane Chavez, who was reportedly covered in blood.
Officers secured Chavez and proceeded to search the home, where they discovered the lifeless body of his wife, 32-year-old Kristen Chavez, inside a bedroom.
She had suffered blunt force trauma and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Following an initial investigation, HPD detectives arrested Chance Zane Chavez and formally charged him with murder.
Authorities have not yet disclosed a possible motive, and the case remains under investigation.
In addition to seeking justice for Kristen, her family is searching for her missing dogs, which were not found at the residence.
Anyone with information regarding their whereabouts is urged to contact law enforcement.
The Houston Police Department urges anyone with additional details related to the case to come forward.