Crime
23-Year-Old Imani Easley Charged in Double Shooting After Fight Intervention at Koeneman Park
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – A 23-year-old woman from University City has been formally charged in connection with a double shooting that occurred Saturday evening in Jennings, Missouri.
Authorities say the suspect opened fire on two women who were attempting to break up a physical altercation at Koeneman Park.
According to St. Louis County Police and spokesperson Mary Schmitt, officers responded to a shooting at approximately 6:05 p.m. on May 30 in the 2600 block of Shannon Avenue, near the park’s vicinity.
Investigators determined that the victims had intervened in a fight between two other individuals when the suspect, identified as Imani R. Easley, allegedly retrieved a Glock pistol and fired multiple rounds.
One woman was struck in the right arm, and the second was shot in the chest.
Both victims were transported to a local hospital for emergency treatment. The woman who sustained a chest wound remains in critical condition, authorities said.
The incident, which reportedly unfolded in front of numerous parkgoers, was captured on video and livestreamed on Facebook.
The footage played a key role in the swift identification and arrest of the suspect.
After her arrest, Easley reportedly admitted to shooting both victims, according to a probable cause statement filed by investigators.
The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has charged Easley with the following:
- Two counts of first-degree assault
- Two counts of armed criminal action
- One count of unlawful use of a weapon
Easley is currently being held in custody on a $500,000 cash-only bond. A bond reduction hearing is scheduled for June 9, and a preliminary hearing is set for July 2.
Law enforcement officials have not released additional information about the motive behind the initial fight or whether the victims knew the suspect.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with further information or additional video footage is encouraged to contact the St. Louis County Police Department.
HARRIS COUNTY, TX — A juvenile male was shot and killed in the Northwest Park area, prompting an active investigation by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO).
Deputies responded at approximately 2:15 p.m. to reports of a shooting at a residential complex located at 10155 Bammel North Houston Road, near North Houston Rosslyn and Fallbrook Drive.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered a juvenile Hispanic male suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite attempts by first responders to perform CPR and lifesaving measures, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Detectives from the Homicide Division, led by Detective Jason Brown, responded to conduct the investigation.
Based on initial witness statements, deputies were able to detain a 15-year-old male suspect believed to be involved in the incident.
According to preliminary findings, investigators believe the shooting may have occurred during a possible drug-related transaction.
At this stage, no additional suspects are believed to be involved.
Crime Scene Investigators (CSI) are processing evidence, while detectives continue to review surveillance footage from the apartment complex and interview witnesses.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been formally confirmed, though authorities believe they have located potential family members.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details will be released as they become available.