Justice Delayed: Lacy Clay Jumps Into George Allen Fray With Attorney General

The congressman asks Attorney General Chris Koster to "no longer stand in the way of justice," and to "allow this innocent man to return to his family."

Attorney General to Appeal Overturned George Allen Conviction

Allen's attorneys say Allen has served 30 years in prison for a rape and murder he did not commit. "We believed he would be home with his family for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Now that's uncertain," an attorney told Patch.

Return to Crime Scene Earns Man Theft Charge, Police Say

An employee saw the man steal an amplifier and recognized him when he returned to the store weeks later.

Wrongfully Convicted U City Man to Be Freed After 30 Years

St. Louis Circuit Attorney Jennifer Joyce announced Wednesday that she would not retry George Allen for the 1982 murder of a LaSalle Park woman.

News Nearby: "KKK" Painted on Houses Saturday

A Richmond Heights woman said a man came to her door who appeared to be drunk with a can of spray paint in his hand.

Child Abuse Charges Tied to 'Most Wanted' Fugitive

This former Florissant man is on St. Louis County's Most Wanted list. To report a sighting of any of the following Most Wanted Fugitives, call 314-615-4692 or contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477 (TIPS).

U City Man Starved Horses, Humane Society Says

The man was charged with two counts of animal abuse; his horses were found in Kinloch.

U City Crime: Murders, Theft in October

Check out the round up of stories related to crime in University City during the month of October.

Update: U City Police Searching for Murder Suspect

Police have released composite sketches of the alleged shooter.

Police Release Composite Sketches of Suspected Shooter

University City Police still looking for suspect in Monday's double homicide.

Update: Two Shot, Killed Monday in University City

University City police report two people were shot Monday afternoon at Sutter and Bartmer Industrial Drive.

Two Shot, Killed Monday in University City

University City police report two people were shot Monday afternoon at Sutter and Bartmer Industrial Drive.

Update: Police ID'd Wash U Kidnapping and Robbery Suspect With Phone Records

St. Louis County Police said video surveillance also tracked the suspect from a MetroLink station to the Washington University parking garage where the crime occurred.

U City Police Blotter: Electronics, Grand Prix Stolen

University City Police incidents from the week of Oct. 15-21.

Man Hurls Glass Bowl at Teen, Gashing His Forehead

Several stitches were required to close up the wound, police said.

St. Louis County's Most Wanted: Mohsen Abu-Khudeier

This former Chesterfield man is on St. Louis County's Most Wanted list. To report a sighting of any of the following Most Wanted Fugitives, call 314-615-4692 or contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477 (TIPS).

Day Care Worker Had Sexual Contact With 5-Year-Old, Police Say

The contact took place five years ago at a University City day care, according to University City Police.

Police Investigating Robbery, Auto Theft in the Loop

A Washington University student reported the crime.

'Perversion Files:' Boy Scout Leader from U City Fired for 'Homosexuality'

The recently released Boy Scout files detailing hundreds of sexual assault allegations against Scouting officials include a man fired from a Clayton troop in 1970 for being a "sexual deviate."

U City Man Sentenced on Crack Cocaine, Heroin Charges

Darius Harris faces 188 months in prison.

Reports: Arrest Made in Wash U Attempted Abduction

A man has been charged in connection with the August attempted abduction.

Man Helps Himself to Supermarket Chicken After Stuffing Vodka in his Pants

A roundup of odd, unusual and off-the-wall crimes in and around St. Louis.

U City Police Blotter: Electronics, Acura Stolen

University City Police incidents from the week of Oct. 1-7.

Four Sodomy Charges Link to 'Most Wanted' Fugitive

This former Florissant man is on St. Louis County's Most Wanted list. To report a sighting of any of the following Most Wanted Fugitives, call 314-615-4692 or contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477 (TIPS).

KMOV: Rash of Bike Thefts at Washington University

Many of the bikes were locked down when stolen.

St. Louis County Police to Host Zombie 5K Run

Runners are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes; prizes will be awarded. Participants are limited to 200. Save on the registration fee for this run until Oct. 19.

Kidnapping, Domestic Assault Charges Lead to 'Most Wanted' Fugitive

This former Ferguson man is on St. Louis County's Most Wanted list. To report a sighting of any of the following Most Wanted Fugitives, call 314-615-4692 or contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477 (TIPS).

TMZ: Heroin, Marijuana Found on Nelly's Tour Bus

The University City native's bus was stopped in Sierra Blanca, Texas, according to reports.

County Police: Third Attack May Be Linked to Rapes

St. Louis County Police urge people to come forward with reports on other attacks or information on possible suspects.

Weird Crime: Yelling, Honking and a Burglar Frying Bacon

A round-up of odd, unusual and off-the-wall crimes in the St. Louis area.

Missing University City Man Found Safe

The 19-year-old with autism was found safe Sunday night.

New Troopers Join Local Missouri Highway Patrol

Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop C covers an 11-county area of eastern and central Missouri. Two of these seven new troopers have local roots.

County Police Plan Town Hall Tuesday About Rape Cases

The most recent attack took place near Creve Coeur across from Parkway North High School last month.

Traffic Alert: Watch Out for Pedal The Cause Riders

The annual fundraiser to benefit cancer research in St. Louis hits area streets Sunday.

Statutory Sodomy Charges Lead to 'Most Wanted' Fugitive

This former Maryland Heights man is on St. Louis County's Most Wanted list. To report a sighting of any of the following Most Wanted Fugitives, call 314-615-4692 or contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477 (TIPS).

Bacon-Frying Burglar Pleads Guilty to U City Crimes

The man, who was charged with burglarizing homes in University City, was sentenced to seven years behind bars.

U City Man Smashes Car Through Closed Garage Door in Clayton Home, Police Say

The defendant recently was charged with a burglary in University City, and was on probation after pleading guilty to eight burglary charges and one count of stealing a vehicle.

Free County Police Forum to Warn of Medicare Scams

County police to make presentation in conjunction with Meramec Bluffs Lutheran senior Services Center

Sobriety Checkpoints will be October Emphasis of St. Louis County Police

Removing intoxicated drivers from roadways is a high priority for St. Louis County police officers, says St. Louis County Police Chief Tim Fitch.

U City Man Charged With Sept. 20 Burglary

Police said he broke into a home on Ahern Avenue and stole a laptop computer.