Crime
Woman found dead in truck near Aldi store in Festus, suspect in custody
The involved officer has been confirmed to be unharmed.
A series of tragic events unfolded late Sunday morning in Crystal City, Missouri, involving a fatal officer-involved shooting and the discovery of a womanโs body in a vehicle, authorities reported.
The incidents began around 11:30 a.m. near the Aldi grocery store located in the 700 block of South Truman Parkway at the intersection with Veterans Boulevard.
According to eyewitness accounts, a truck with blown-out tires was stopped in the middle of South Truman Parkway. Police officers surrounded the vehicle, exiting their patrol cars with weapons drawn. The male driver exited the truck, behaving erratically, according to one witness who asked to remain anonymous.
The man brandished two pistols, initially pointing them at his own head before firing both guns. The shots did not strike him, but the display heightened tensions. Officers repeatedly ordered him to drop the weapons.
The situation escalated further when the man pointed one of the firearms in the direction of the officers. Police responded by opening fire, striking the suspect. Despite being hit, the man attempted to stand and again pointed a weapon at the officers, prompting a second round of gunfire that incapacitated him.
“The suspect was yelling for help,” the witness said. “The officers were instructing him to roll away from the guns so they could provide aid, but he refused to comply.”
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, which has taken over the investigation, confirmed that a woman was found deceased inside the truck, and the suspect was taken into police custody.
The suspectโs condition has not been disclosed.
Jefferson County Sheriffโs Department spokesman Grant Bissell reassured the public that the incident posed no ongoing threat. “We can confirm we are investigating an officer-involved shooting for Crystal City Police, and there is no danger to the general public,” Bissell stated.
Authorities noted that the officer-involved shooting is unrelated to an earlier robbery and pursuit reported in Arnold.
The Aldi grocery store remained open during the investigation, though traffic in the immediate area was redirected as law enforcement worked to process the scene.
Further updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.
NORRIDGE, Ill. โ A man and woman, both 41 years old, were found dead inside a residence in Norridge on Monday evening, November 2, 2026, in what investigators are treating as an apparent murder-suicide.
The victims were identified as Ashley E. Rivera, 41, of Norridge, and Dean Rivera, 41.
According to preliminary information, Norridge police officers responded to a well-being check at approximately 6:43 p.m. Monday in the 4100 block of Ozanam Avenue.
When officers arrived and entered the residence, they discovered two people deceased inside.
Investigators said preliminary evidence indicates that Dean Rivera allegedly killed Ashley E. Rivera before taking his own life. Authorities have not publicly released the specific circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Police have also not disclosed the cause of death, confirmed the relationship between the two individuals, or provided information about what may have led to the incident.
Authorities believe the incident was isolated and have stated that there is no ongoing threat to the surrounding community.
The deaths have left family members, friends, and others in the Norridge community mourning the loss of two people. As the investigation continues, many questions surrounding the circumstances of the tragedy remain unanswered.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families, friends, and loved ones of Ashley and Dean Rivera during this difficult time.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information may be released as it becomes available.