St. Louis County Police Central County Precinct

04/17/2026

Never forgotten: Today, we pause to remember Detective Wayne B. McClelland, who died in the line of duty on April 17, 1975. He made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others and will never be forgotten.

Each year, the St. Louis County Police Department takes time to honor our heroes who were killed in the line of duty. Our Memorial Breakfast and Plaza cerem...

04/14/2026

Never Forgotten: Today, we honor Detective Lawrence J. McCormack, who gave his life in the line of duty on April 14, 1989. His sacrifice and service will always be remembered.

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04/10/2026

We have consolidated our content to make all St. Louis County Police Department information easier to find. You can continue to follow us on multiple primary platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and NextDoor! Check the links below:
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• nextdoor.com/agency/st-louis-county-police-department
• twitter.com/stlcountypd
We look forward to seeing you on our other pages!

04/07/2026

Businesses from our North County, Jennings, and Central County precincts recently came together for a Business Association Luncheon to learn more about how we work together to strengthen our community.

Lieutenant Colonel Schneider, Captain Morgan, and current board members spoke about the business association, the benefits, and how it partners with the St. Louis County Police Department

Thank you to Crossed Heart BBQ for providing lunch and Alley's Cakes & Pies for the desserts!

We appreciate everyone who took the time to attend and continue building partnerships that make our community safer and stronger.

04/01/2026

On behalf of Captain Romo, Lieutenant Hokamp shares the April Captain's Report, providing an update on the Central County Precinct. Lieutenant Hokamp shares how things are going with the move to the new 2nd Precinct building at 11299 Schaffer Drive. He also advises on the precinct's amenities, including the community room and its public use. You will also learn more about the upcoming Citizens' Police Academy. Stay informed and see what's happening in your Central County Precinct.

03/30/2026

ALERT CANCELED. REPORTING PARTY RECANTED, AND THERE IS NO MISSING CHILD.
The St. Louis County Police Department Bureau of Crimes Against Persons detectives have been able to confirm that there was never an abducted child from the 9800 block of New Hampshire Avenue in the Affton-Southwest Precinct.

While we are extremely grateful that there is no child in danger, we want to be very clear - we will use all available resources to ensure our community members, especially the most vulnerable among us, are safe.

Detectives are seeking charges against the two women involved in this hoax. Thank you to all our law enforcement partners, including the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and St. Charles City Police Department, who provided resources and tips for the search.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE AND TIPS. WE APPRECIATE OUR COMMUNITY.

03/27/2026

It's ALMOST TIME!!!!!

Ballin in the Lou' TOMORROW, March 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Lift for Life Academy (1731 S. Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63104).

Come see the St. Louis County Police Department ball it out with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and join us for a great time, high energy, and some competitive basketball!

We'd love to see you there!

03/27/2026

St. Louis County, Mo. (March 27, 2026): On Monday, March 23, 2026, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office issued charges on suspect Ta’Rez Roberson, 19 years of age, of the 2000 block of Jenner Lane in St. Louis, Missouri 63138, for Murder 2nd Degree, two counts of Armed Criminal Action, two counts of Attempted Stealing - Motor Vehicle/Watercraft/Aircraft, and Attempted Robbery. Roberson is being held on a $500,000, cash-only, no 10% bond.

Please note, charges are merely an accusation, and Defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law.

The probable cause statement reads: On or about February 4, 2026, in the County of St. Louis, State of Missouri, defendant, acting with another, attempted to appropriate the motor vehicle in the possession of D.S., and acting with another, attempted to appropriate the motor vehicle in the possession of M.T. Thereafter, on or about February 4, 2026, in the County of St. Louis, State of Missouri, the defendant, acting with another, attempted to forcibly steal the car keys in the possession of Lionel Steed, and in the commission thereof, Lionel Steed was shot and killed. The murder victim and the attempted robbery were both committed with the aid of a deadly weapon, a firearm. Defendant has admitted to the conduct.

St. Louis County Police Department Bureau of Crimes Against Persons detectives are handling this investigation.

03/27/2026

Please take a moment to welcome our newest officer to the team. Officer Schmitt was sworn in earlier this week by Chief Gregory. We look forward to him serving and protecting the citizens of St. Louis County. If you see him, say hello!

Now it's your turn. Find your next career here at www.joincountypd.com.