Man Shot and Killed in North St. Louis Identified as 43-Year-Old Russell Redmond
A man has been shot and killed in a daytime act of violence in North St. Louis, leaving a family grieving and a community demanding answers. The victim, identified by the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department as 43-year-old Russell Redmond, was found with gunshot wounds in the 4300 block of Saint Ferdinand Avenue on Monday, May 19.
The shooting occurred shortly after 3 p.m., a time when children were returning home from school and residents were going about their afternoon routines. The brazen nature of the attack has left many in the neighborhood shaken and concerned about the ongoing violence plaguing the area.
According to initial reports from law enforcement, officers responded to a call about a shooting and arrived on the scene to find Redmond suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Emergency responders rendered aid and rushed him to a nearby hospital. Despite efforts to save his life, Redmond was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear. Investigators have not yet released any information about a suspect or motive. Homicide detectives are actively working the case, canvassing the neighborhood, reviewing any available surveillance footage, and interviewing potential witnesses. Authorities are hoping that someone in the community may have seen something that could lead to an arrest.
“This was a senseless act of violence in the middle of the day,” said a spokesperson for the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. “We are urging anyone who may have been in the area or who has any information to come forward. Even the smallest detail can help bring justice to Mr. Redmond and his family.”
Friends and relatives of Redmond describe him as a quiet and hardworking man who had lived in the area for years. Many expressed disbelief at the news of his death and are calling for an increased police presence to deter further violence in the neighborhood.
“I just don’t understand how something like this can happen in broad daylight,” said a local resident who wished to remain anonymous. “Russell didn’t bother anybody. He was always respectful. We’re all heartbroken.”
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection to the shooting, and the investigation remains ongoing. Police are asking for anyone with information — no matter how minor it may seem — to contact CrimeStoppers. Tips can be submitted anonymously and may qualify for a reward.
This latest incident adds to a growing list of gun violence cases in the St. Louis area, which continues to struggle with rising homicide rates and calls for stronger community engagement and reform. Local leaders and activists are urging city officials to address root causes of violence, including poverty, lack of opportunity, and easy access to firearms.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department assures the public that they are doing everything in their power to track down those responsible and bring justice to Redmond’s loved ones.
More updates will follow as this story develops.