Marilyn Taylor, 52, of Florissant, Missouri, was shot and killed in her home on Santiago Drive on October 24, 2021. The previous day Taylor and her partner, Reioinnie Hood, had publicly announced their engagement on Facebook.

The next day, an alleged assailant identified as 24-year-old Kenrianna L. Little arrived at the house with an unidentified man, reportedly posing as a maintenance worker. When Taylor answered the door Little is accused of opening fire, shooting Taylor multiple times. A struggle in the doorway is described, and Hood was reportedly taken from the home. The unidentified man then re-entered and shot Taylor several more times. Taylor was pronounced dead at the scene.

Kenrianna L. Little was arrested and charged with first-degree murder, armed criminal action, and first-degree burglary. The identity and role of the male companion remain under investigation.

If anyone knew Marilyn, Reioinnie Hood, or saw a black sedan with a tan bumper near Santiago Drive on October 24, 2021, please share what you know.