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Herbert Burnett

Case from Florissant, MO dated Nov 22, 2014

Victim Details

Herbert Burnett

Male

Florissant

MO

2014-11-22

30

Herbert

Burnett

07/25/2026

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In the crisp late autumn air of November 22, 2014, the newly opened Knockout Bar & Grill in St. Louis County was meant to be a place of celebration, but it tragically became the final backdrop to the life of 30-year-old Herbert Burnett of Florissant, Missouri. A male, Burnett was diligently working as a bouncer, maintaining a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for the patrons on the bar's inaugural night. The evening took a fatal turn when an altercation arose at the entrance.

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  • stltoday.com: Police investigating two fatal shootings at north St. Louis County bars
  • Patron admits murdering bar bouncer in north St. Louis County
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    I’ve been thinking about the witnesses who were there on that opening night at the Knockout Bar & ... ...Read More
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    Hey everyone, I’ve been thinking about the Knockout Bar & Grill shooting, and something that often... ...Read More
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