Multiple emergency response agencies converged at the Walnut Grove Trailer Park for a call regarding a shooting. Photo courtesy of the St. Francois County Sheriff’s Department
According to an information release provided by St. Francois County Sheriff Jeff Crites, this afternoon [Thursday, March 26], deputies responded to the 3000 block of Miranda Drive in the Walnut Grove Trailer Park near Farmington for a reported accidental shooting. Upon arrival and initial investigation, the incident was upgraded to an intentional shooting.
The St. Francois County Sheriff’s Department (SFCSD) was assisted on scene by Wolff Creek Fire, the St. Francois County Ambulance District, and the Farmington Police Department.
The victim is in critical condition. A firearm was recovered at the scene, and SFCSD Detectives are actively processing the area and conducting interviews.
Crites said this remains an active investigation, and an update will be provided later as more information becomes available.
This is a developing story that will be updated as information becomes available.
Lisa Brotherton-Barnes is the editor for the Daily Journal and the Farmington Press. She can be reached at lbarnes@dailyjournalonline.com.