Man killed in front of toddler in north St. Louis

ST. LOUIS (KMOV) – Two shootings occurred in north St. Louis within minutes of one another Friday.

The first shooting happened in the 5000 block of Thrush before 12:30 p.m. According to police, a 23-year-old man was shot and killed in front of a 2-year-old.

Police said the man was shot in the stomach and was being driven to the hospital when the driver stopped in the 4400 block of Duncan and was met by first responders. The man was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Originally, police reported that the toddler suffered a graze wound in the shooting. They later said the child had glass breaking on him but was not injured.

A few minutes later, a person was shot in the face in the area of Dr. Martin Luther King and Clara. That individual was taken to the hospital via private vehicle.

At this time, it is not believed the two shootings are connected. This story will be updated as details are made available.

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