It’s unfortunate to bring this type of update, especially this early, but it has been confirmed that 32-year-old Chauncia La’Shell Meekins was shot and killed while working.
According to St. Louis County Police, the shooting happened late Wednesday night around 11:35 p.m. at the Steak ‘n Shake located in the 11000 block of Bellefontaine Road. Officers arrived and found Meekins and a male coworker both suffering from gunshot wounds.
Police say the situation began as a confrontation in the drive-thru between employees and individuals inside a vehicle. During the argument, someone inside the car pulled out a gun and fired through the drive-thru window, striking both employees before fleeing the scene. Meekins was pronounced deceased at the scene. Her coworker was transported to the hospital with injuries that are not considered life-threatening.
This is a life taken over something so petty. She went to work, clocked in like any other day, trying to make a living, and didn’t make it back home.She leaves behind family and friends who loved and adored her.
We are asking for y’all to keep her family, loved ones, and her injured coworker in prayer during this difficult time. At this time, no suspects are in custody. Anyone with information is urged to contact investigators or CrimeStoppers.
