On Thursday, April 3, 2025, the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis was activated to assist in a homicide investigation in Velda City, which is patrolled by the Pagedale Police Department.
At approximately 3:15 p.m., a 63-year-old Black male was shot outside a residence on Lexington Avenue. The victim has been identified, but his name will not be released until next of kin has been notified. The Pagedale Police Department requested assistance from the Major Case Squad, and within hours, a person of interest was taken into custody in connection with the homicide.
Detectives will continue working throughout the week to gather evidence. Updates on the investigation will be provided tomorrow.
Sgt. Melissa Doss
Public Information Officer
Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis
TWITTER: @MajorCaseSTL
For media follow-up – contact Sgt. Melissa Doss at (636) 248-4025
