St. Louis Man, 23, Fatally Shot During Attempted Robbery While Picking Up Food Order
Reginald “RJ” Holmes, a 23-year-old St. Louis resident, was fatally shot during an attempted robbery while picking up a food order. He is remembered by his family for his positivity and dedication. Two suspects have been arrested for his death,…
St. Louis, MO, October 16, 2026 —
Reginald “RJ” Holmes, a 23-year-old St. Louis resident, was fatally shot during an attempted robbery while he was picking up a food order, according to the available information. His family remembers him for his positivity and dedication.
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with Holmes’ death, and police are seeking two additional individuals. The names of those arrested and the two people police are seeking were not provided. The available account also does not specify whether charges have been filed or identify any court proceedings.
Details about when and where the shooting occurred, how the attempted robbery unfolded, and what led to the shooting were not included in the information provided. The food order’s restaurant or pickup location was not identified. No information was given about whether anyone else was injured.
The account does not identify the police department handling the case or provide a statement from investigators. It also does not specify whether authorities have described the roles of the two arrested suspects or the two individuals they are seeking. No additional information about the status of the investigation was provided.
Holmes’ family’s remembrance centers on his positivity and dedication. Further details about his life, including his work, education or other family recollections, were not available. The known information describes both the circumstances of his death and the arrests, but leaves key details about the case and the people involved unreported.
Story summarized from the original created by Shawn Loging on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.
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