Ferguson MO. Security Officer Shot, Fatally Shoots Suspect
Ferguson MO October 7 2023 Police are investigating after a security officer and another man exchanged gunfire early Saturday morning at a QuikTrip in Ferguson.
According to the Ferguson Police Department, an unidentified man entered the gas station, located on West Florissant Avenue, at 1:30 a.m. Saturday. He attempted to pay without the proper ID required for the transaction, which caused a disagreement with the cashier.
The surveillance footage showed the man leaving the store and returning shortly thereafter, police said. When he returned, an argument occurred between the man and the security officer.
The exchange escalated, and both the security officer and the unidentified man pulled out guns, police said. The footage shows an exchange of gunshots fired.
The man suffered fatal gunshot wounds and died at the scene. The security officer was hit during the exchange and suffered non-critical injuries. A bulletproof vest protected him from greater harm.
The security officer was released from the hospital after receiving medical attention.
St. Louis County Crime Scene Unit is assisting the Ferguson Police Department with this investigation.
Anyone with information about the shooting or who may have been present at or around the time of the incident should contact the Ferguson Police Department at 314-522-3100.
