A violent confrontation in the Central West End escalated into gunfire yesterday morning, leaving three people injured and one shooter in custody. The incident took place around 11:30 a.m. on the parking lot of the Walgreens store located at 4200 block of Lindell, according to a report from St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department .

The preliminary investigation describes a skirmish involving a 22-year-old man and a 21-year-old man. Attempting to interrupt the fight, a sister of the 21-year-old man, a 19-year-old woman, discharged a firearm into the fray, striking the intervening 22-year-old woman and both men. Arrested at the scene, the 19-year-old was taken into custody unscathed, and the firearm was seized by police.

The conditions of the injured parties, initially listed as stable, prompted transport to a local hospital for treatment. As details emerge, the investigation by District 5 officers continues to unfold, seeking to understand the dynamics that led to this violent exchange. The identities of those involved have not been disclosed beyond their ages and genders.

Community members with knowledge of the shooting can offer tips anonymously, with the potential of a cash reward if the information contributes to an arrest. CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477) is accepting tips, and detectives can also be reached directly at 314-444-0001. Only tips leading to an arrest via CrimeStoppers qualify for the pled reward.