Rashaud Boaze Obituary, Death – A teenager was found shot and killed in St. Louis’ Dutchtown neighborhood on Monday morning. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department responded to a call reporting a shooting just after 11 a.m. on January 13, in the 4000 block of Nebraska Avenue.
When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered a 15-year-old boy lying in the street with gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to assist him, the boy was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim was later identified as Rashaud Boaze, who lived in the 3900 block of Nebraska Avenue.
The police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting, although no further details were provided at the time of the report. The authorities have not yet revealed what led to the tragic incident.
St. Louis police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Those with knowledge of the event can contact the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371. Individuals who wish to remain anonymous but still provide tips are encouraged to reach out to CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). CrimeStoppers offers the potential for a cash reward for tips that lead to an arrest, but only those submitted through CrimeStoppers are eligible for a reward.
The incident marks yet another example of violence in St. Louis, particularly involving young people. Authorities are continuing to investigate the case in hopes of uncovering more details that will lead to the identification of the shooter and provide answers to the victim’s family.
