ST. LOUIS, Mo. — A significant development has occurred in the tragic case of Colin Brown, the 17-year-old high school hockey player from St. Louis who was fatally struck by gunfire on Interstate 55 in November. Garrett Jordan III, 26, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder, three counts of armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon, according to the St. Louis Police Department.
The shooting took place on the evening of November 23 while Colin and his father were driving home from a hockey game. As they were traveling near Loughborough and Bates on I-55, their vehicle was struck by gunfire. Colin, who was sitting in the passenger seat, was hit by what police later described as a “stray bullet.” Despite his family’s desperate attempts to get him medical help, Colin succumbed to his injuries four days later, leaving a hole in the hearts of those who knew him.
Court documents reveal that investigators recovered over 20 cartridge casings from the scene, indicating the use of multiple weapons, including both a handgun and a rifle. The senseless violence left the community in shock and prompted an urgent search for the person responsible.
In an effort to bring attention to the case, the St. Louis community rallied around the Brown family, with billboards offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. The widespread public outcry for justice reflected the deep impact Colin’s death had on the community, many of whom remember him for his passion for hockey and his bright future ahead.
The arrest of Garrett Jordan III marks a step toward justice for the Brown family, but the pain of losing Colin still lingers. His family, friends, and teammates continue to mourn the young man whose life was tragically cut short, and the community stands united in grief.
While Jordan’s arrest brings some closure, authorities have not ruled out the possibility of additional suspects or charges. The investigation remains ongoing, and law enforcement is urging anyone with further information to come forward.