20-Year-Old Jermaine Williams Jr. Found Shot and Killed Inside Overturned Vehicle in St. Louis

ST. LOUIS, MO – A tragic scene unfolded Saturday afternoon in North St. Louis, where a young man was found shot to death inside a crashed vehicle. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is now investigating the incident as a homicide.

Just after 1:00 p.m., officers from District 5 responded to reports of a vehicle crash with injuries in the 5000 block of Hebert Street. When officers arrived, they discovered a Chevrolet Malibu flipped onto its side. Inside the wreckage, they found 20-year-old Jermaine Williams Jr. of Florissant, suffering from a gunshot wound.

Paramedics pronounced Williams dead at the scene. The details surrounding the shooting remain unclear—investigators are working to determine if the shooting occurred before or after the crash.

The Homicide Division is actively investigating and encourages anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be submitted directly to detectives at 314-444-5371. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Tips leading to a felony arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.

This devastating loss has left the community mourning a life cut short far too soon. Voices of the People (VOP) extends heartfelt condolences to Jermaine Williams Jr.’s family and loved ones during this time of sorrow.

The investigation is ongoing.