On a summer evening in St. Louis, what began as a gathering of individuals would end in the tragic death of Edward Lamont Tammons. In the early hours of Thursday, June 30, 2016, the 36-year-old Black / African American man was in the company of others in the 5000 block of Kensington Avenue, located in the city's Academy neighborhood. An argument broke out within the group, and the verbal altercation quickly escalated to violence.
Amid the dispute, an unknown male suspect produced a
firearm and opened fire, striking Tammons. The gunman immediately fled the scene, disappearing into the night. Police were called to the chaotic scene and discovered Tammons suffering from gunshot wounds. He was rushed to a nearby hospital in a desperate attempt to save his life. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, his injuries proved to be too severe, and he was pronounced dead.
The investigation into the murder of Edward Lamont Tammons was handled by the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. However, details regarding any significant leads, the identification of a suspect, or any arrests in connection with his death have not been made publicly available. The case remains one of many unsolved homicides in the city, leaving a void for a family and community seeking answers and justice for the untimely loss of a life.
