Watch: Individual fires weapon on West Florissant Avenue, incident concludes with police vehicle impacting suspect
A dramatic event occurred on West Florissant Avenue when surveillance footage captured an individual firing a weapon skyward while traversing the street. The unsettling footage, provided to Channel2 News, depicted the subject discharging several rounds before the weapon malfunctioned.
The video shows the individual walking down the street’s center before moving to the median, continuing to manipulate the weapon.
The situation escalated when a St. Louis County Police Department patrol car arrived, causing the subject to attempt escape on foot.
The footage captures law enforcement in pursuit, with the videographer commenting that officers reportedly discharged their weapons during the chase.
The chase concluded when a police vehicle allegedly collided with the fleeing subject.
Subsequently shared social media footage shows police officers administering CPR to the subject after the encounter.
Currently, law enforcement has not disclosed updates regarding the subject’s medical status.
The St. Louis County Police Department has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the incident. This encompasses examining the subject’s behavior, the weapon discharge, and the police response. Investigators are collecting eyewitness accounts, analyzing video evidence, and establishing a detailed timeline of the confrontation.
Law enforcement officials emphasize that all parties maintain presumed innocence until proven guilty through legal proceedings.
Additional information concerning the subject’s identity, involved officers, and potential legal or administrative consequences will be disclosed as the investigation continues.
The incident remains under official review, with further updates pending as new information emerges. Community members and witnesses possessing relevant information are urged to reach out to the St. Louis County Police Department or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
