Aeyion Barnett dies in fatal Carondelet shooting

Aeyion Barnett dies in fatal Carondelet shooting

Fatal Carondelet shooting death of Aeyion Barnett – Obituary

The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department confirmed that 16-year-old Aeyion Barnett, from the 5000 block of Davidson, was fatally shot in the early hours of May 1, 2025. Officers responded shortly after 2 a.m. to the 6300 block of Vermont following reports of a shooting. Preliminary findings indicate Barnett, along with other unidentified suspects, was involved in breaking into vehicles when the group was interrupted and gunfire erupted. Barnett was struck during the exchange of shots.

After being shot, Barnett was placed into a vehicle by the suspects, who then drove him to a hospital. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead upon arrival. The suspects fled the hospital before police got there. The investigation is ongoing as detectives work to uncover more details about the incident. Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the Homicide Division or CrimeStoppers.