In the quiet community of Holts Summit, Missouri, a homicide investigation began on Friday, April 27, 2018, following the discovery of a deceased male. The victim was identified as 67-year-old David Fredrick Grant, a resident of the local area. Law enforcement officials were called to the scene where they found Grant’s body, marking the commencement of a probe into the circumstances surrounding his untimely death.
Authorities determined that Grant had been the victim of a violent
crime, specifically suffering fatal gunshot wounds. The Callaway County Sheriff’s Office led the inquiry, quickly gathering evidence that pointed toward a specific suspect. Within days of the incident, investigators focused their attention on a local woman who was allegedly connected to the killing.
Police arrested 44-year-old Amy Steward of Holts Summit in connection with the case. Following her apprehension, the Callaway County Prosecutor’s Office formally charged her with first-degree murder. In addition to the homicide charge, Steward faced a felony count for the delivery of a controlled substance. She was subsequently held in the Callaway County Jail without bond as the legal process against her commenced.
