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18-year-old shot and killed in north St. Louis on July 4

ST. LOUIS – An 18-year-old man was shot and killed at a Mobile Gas Station Monday located on St. Louis Avenue near North Kingshighway.

Lamantris Sample was shot in the back at about 3:30 p.m. He was taken to the hospital where he died.

It is unknown at this time what led up to the shooting. No information has been released in regards to a suspect. FOX 2 will continue to update this story with more information as it becomes available.

The Homicide Division responded and assumed the ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is urged to call the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371. Anyone with a tip who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a reward can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).