The St. Louis community is mourning the tragic and senseless loss of 41-year-old Ronald Milton, a beloved local barbecue entrepreneur, who was fatally shot on the evening of April 19, 2026. According to the Ferguson Police Department, the shooting occurred at approximately 6:26 p.m. in the parking lot of the 10900 block of New Halls Ferry Road.
Officers responded to reports of the incident and found three individuals with gunshot wounds. Milton was transported to a nearby hospital but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. Two women were also injured but are expected to survive, with their injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Early investigations suggest that an unknown suspect in a vehicle fired shots into a crowd near a food truck before fleeing the scene. Authorities are working to gather information, and local business owners have joined together to offer a $10,000 reward for tips that lead to the identification and arrest of the person or people responsible.
Ronald Milton was known for his warmth and generosity, and his food truck, where he served up beloved barbecue to many in the St. Louis area, had made him a cherished figure in the community. His tragic passing has left those who knew him heartbroken and shaken.
The St. Louis community is coming together in the wake of this violence, with leaders and residents expressing their outrage and grief. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. Those who may have seen unusual driving or have relevant details are encouraged to contact Ferguson detectives at 636-529-8210. The community is hoping that someone will come forward to help bring justice for Milton and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
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