On the evening of February 7, 2023, gunfire was reported at about 6:00 p.m. on the 800 block of Surrey Lane in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Officers responding to the residence found 27-year-old Denzel Williams inside suffering at least one gunshot wound; he was pronounced dead at the scene. Williams lived on the same block where the shooting occurred.

St. Louis County Police Department Crimes Against Persons detectives were asked to take over the investigation. Authorities publicly identified Williams as the victim but have not released any information about a motive or possible suspects. The investigation remains active and no arrests have been announced.

If anyone on or near Surrey Lane that evening has information that could help the investigation, please contact the St. Louis County Police.