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Tracking violent crime incidents at Missouri businesses and examining the security measures that could have made a difference

When violent crimes occur at commercial properties, the question often arises: could better security have prevented this?

Our news coverage examines incidents at Missouri businesses, apartment complexes, parking facilities, and other commercial properties, exploring the security measures in place and the legal considerations that may apply to victims seeking justice.

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Isle of Capri Casino Armed Robbery in Boonville Nets $1.27 Million
Casino
March 25, 2026 Boonville, Missouri

Isle of Capri Casino Armed Robbery in Boonville Nets $1.27 Million

Two armed suspects, including an Isle of Capri Casino employee, stole approximately $1.27 million from the casino's bank area in Boonville, Missouri. One suspect has been arrested; the other remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.

Wendy's Manager Shoots Customer After Drive-Thru Argument in Kansas City
Fast Food Restaurant
March 20, 2026 Kansas City, Missouri

Wendy's Manager Shoots Customer After Drive-Thru Argument in Kansas City

A Wendy's night manager in Kansas City's Northland shot a customer after a drive-thru argument. The manager, a convicted felon, used a stolen police firearm and hid it in the walk-in freezer after the shooting.

Fatal Shooting in Westport Entertainment District Parking Lot
Parking Lot / Entertainment District
March 8, 2026 Kansas City, Missouri

Fatal Shooting in Westport Entertainment District Parking Lot

Jose Poole, 34, was fatally shot in a Westport entertainment district parking lot while trying to de-escalate an altercation. Lamar Harris'El has been charged with second-degree murder.

Fatal Workplace Shooting on Orf Road - Lake Saint Louis
Workplace / Commercial Property
March 1, 2026 Lake Saint Louis, Missouri

Fatal Workplace Shooting on Orf Road - Lake Saint Louis

Rony Vasquez Jimenez, 39, was fatally shot at a Lake Saint Louis workplace during a dispute over $400 from a roofing job. Suspect Ranferi Rojas-Solano remains at large with a $1 million bond.

SWAT Standoff at Holiday Inn Express - Festus
Hotel
February 15, 2026 Festus, Missouri

SWAT Standoff at Holiday Inn Express - Festus

An overnight SWAT standoff at Holiday Inn Express in Festus displaced hotel guests after homicide suspect Billy Moman was tracked to the property. Questions arise about hotel security.

Double Homicide at Status Nightclub - Kansas City
Nightclub / Bar
February 15, 2026 Kansas City, Missouri

Double Homicide at Status Nightclub - Kansas City

Eboni Silas, 29, and Tishauna Ballard, 24, were fatally shot at Status Nightclub in Kansas City on Valentine's Day weekend. Two others were wounded. Dontae M. Brooks, 27, has been charged.

Fatal Shooting at Starbucks Drive-Thru - South Grand, St. Louis
Coffee Shop / Drive-Thru
February 10, 2026 St. Louis, Missouri

Fatal Shooting at Starbucks Drive-Thru - South Grand, St. Louis

Gabrielle 'Sam' Linehan, 28, was fatally shot at a Starbucks drive-thru on South Grand Blvd in St. Louis. The suspect was linked to a pattern of armed robberies along Grand Boulevard.

Bally's Casino Parking Lot Shooting Kills 18-Year-Old
Casino
February 4, 2026 Kansas City, Missouri

Bally's Casino Parking Lot Shooting Kills 18-Year-Old

18-year-old Aundre Harris Jr. was fatally shot in the Bally's Casino parking lot after a disturbance inside the casino escalated to gunfire. A person of interest is in custody.

Kansas City Popeyes Shooting Kills Innocent DoorDash Driver
Fast Food Restaurant
January 31, 2026 Kansas City, Missouri

Kansas City Popeyes Shooting Kills Innocent DoorDash Driver

28-year-old Decorrian Partee was fatally shot while picking up a DoorDash order at a Kansas City Popeyes. He was not involved in the altercation that led to the shooting.

Ferguson Ride-Share Driver Fatally Shot While Working
Residential / Ride-Share
January 30, 2026 Ferguson, Missouri

Ferguson Ride-Share Driver Fatally Shot While Working

28-year-old Shannon O'Brien was fatally shot while working as a ride-share driver in Ferguson, Missouri. Police say she was not the intended target of the shooting.

South St. Louis BP Gas Station Christmas Day Homicide
Gas Station / Convenience Store
December 25, 2025 St. Louis, Missouri

South St. Louis BP Gas Station Christmas Day Homicide

68-year-old Albert Willis was fatally shot at a BP gas station on South Kingshighway on Christmas Day 2025. Police seek two suspects as questions arise about gas station security.

Fatal Shooting at Americas Best Value Inn - Affton
Hotel / Motel
December 20, 2025 Affton, Missouri

Fatal Shooting at Americas Best Value Inn - Affton

Jason Manes, 47, was fatally shot at Americas Best Value Inn in Affton following an altercation. A woman was taken into custody as a person of interest.

Holeshots Saloon Double Shooting in Dittmer
Bar / Tavern
December 13, 2025 Dittmer, Missouri

Holeshots Saloon Double Shooting in Dittmer

A double shooting at Holeshots Saloon in Dittmer, Missouri left two men in critical condition after an argument escalated to gunfire. Questions arise about bar security measures.

Phillips 66 Xpress Mart Convenience Store Homicide
Gas Station / Convenience Store
November 18, 2025 Kansas City, Missouri

Phillips 66 Xpress Mart Convenience Store Homicide

A fatal shooting at a Kansas City convenience store raises questions about security measures at a location with documented prior criminal incidents.

Ward Parkway Shopping Center Violent Carjacking
Shopping Center
August 1, 2025 Kansas City, Missouri

Ward Parkway Shopping Center Violent Carjacking

A violent assault and attempted carjacking at Ward Parkway Shopping Center raises questions about security measures following multiple incidents at the Kansas City property.

Were You a Victim of a Crime at a Commercial Property?

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