CLAYTON Shooting Update — Police are investigating a reported shooting in Clayton, Missouri, that left one person injured and resulted in two people being taken into custody. Authorities are continuing to work to determine the circumstances surrounding the occurrence.
The shooting was indicated Thursday morning near the intersection of South Brentwood Boulevard and Bonhomme Avenue in Clayton. Police responded shortly after 10 a.m. following reports that a person had been shot.
The wounded person was transported to a hospital for treatment. Law enforcement described the injuries as non-life-threatening. No further information about the victim was provided.
Two individuals were taken into custody following the incident, per to police. Law enforcement have not released the identities of those individuals or indicated whether charges have been filed.
Investigators are still working to establish the sequence of events that led to the reported gunfire. Spokespeople have not released details about what may have caused the confrontation or identified the people involved.
Police secured the area as officers and emergency crews responded to the incident and gathered evidence. Investigators are expected to continue reviewing available evidence and speaking with people who may have information about what happened.
The investigation remains ongoing, and officials have not released additional details about possible charges or whether anyone else may have been involved. Anyone with information relevant to the investigation is encouraged to cooperate with law enforcement.
The latest available information indicates that the injured person was receiving medical treatment and that two individuals were in custody while the investigation continued. Further updates are expected from officials as more details are confirmed.
