SUMMARY: A police shooting in Fenton left one man dead after a struggle with officers. St. Louis County police were attempting to arrest the man for harassment when he allegedly pulled a gun, leading to a confrontation. Officers fired their weapons, killing the man at the scene. The incident occurred near Hawkins Village Apartments around 10:20 a.m. on Friday. Neighbors described hearing multiple shots and recognized the man, who had a history of personal issues. One officer was injured, but no one else was hurt. The investigation is ongoing, and it’s unclear whether the suspect fired any shots.

According to St. Louis County police, shortly after 10 a.m., two officers went to the 1000 block of Hawkins Bend Drive to arrest a man on previous first-degree harassment charges.

When the officers contacted the man at the front door, police said they had a verbal exchange with him, during which he pulled out a gun and a struggle ensued.

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SUMMARY: Scammers are impersonating Habitat for Humanity, targeting residents in St. Charles County and other states following recent severe storms. The organization warns the public to be vigilant as these imposters reach out via phone calls, texts, and social media, soliciting personal information and falsely offering free roofing services. Habitat for Humanity, a trusted name in community support, aims to help families furnish homes on a budget. With scam calls on the rise, the Better Business Bureau recommends checking their scam tracker for reports in your area and contacting the organization directly if targeted by these scammers. Stay safe and informed.

After last week’s severe storms swept through the St. Louis area, scammers are now targeting St. Charles County residents and other states, impersonating Habitat for Humanity.

Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles County is warning residents about imposters claiming to represent them. FOX 2’s Taylor Harris reports.

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SUMMARY: The family of Riley Strain, a University of Missouri student who died during a fraternity trip to Nashville in March 2024, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Delta Chi fraternity and its members. Strain, reported missing after a night out, was found deceased in the Cumberland River nearly two weeks later, with an autopsy categorizing his death as accidental due to drowning and ethanol intoxication. The lawsuit claims fraternity members were negligent, failing to ensure Strain’s safety after he showed signs of intoxication. The family seeks damages for medical expenses and pain and suffering, along with a jury trial.

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