On the afternoon of Sunday, December 3, 2023, a vehicle parked on the shoulder of southbound Interstate 55 near Seventh Street in the Soulard area of St. Louis drew emergency attention after being observed with bullet holes in its frame. Officers responding for what was first reported as a motorist assist found 31-year-old Timothy Roberts of the 1300 block of Benton Street behind the wheel, unconscious and not breathing. Roberts was determined to have been shot and was pronounced dead at the scene after medical personnel were unable to revive him.

The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Division has taken over the investigation. As of the initial reports, no suspects had been identified and no arrests were announced. The circumstances that led to Roberts being in the vehicle and shot remain unclear.

If anyone has information about Timothy Roberts, his movements that day, or sightings near I-55 and Seventh Street on December 3, contact the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Homicide Division.