On the evening of August 5, 2018, Brian Ware, a 51-year-old male, was discovered inside a vehicle in the 5400 block of Emerson Avenue within the Mark Twain neighborhood of St. Louis. He was suffering from a gunshot wound and was promptly transported to a local hospital for medical attention. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Ware succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. The incident drew a response from the St.
Louis police, who initiated an investigation into the shooting.
For over two years, the case of Brian Ware's death remained under investigation by the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Their persistent efforts eventually led to a significant development in January 2021. The St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office brought charges against 29-year-old Angelo McNeal in connection with the fatal shooting.
McNeal was faced with a series of serious charges, including second-degree murder, armed criminal action, and the unlawful use of a weapon. The filing of these charges marked a crucial turning point in the pursuit of justice for the death of Brian Ware, transitioning the case from an open investigation to a criminal prosecution.
