Juvenile Taken Into Custody in Connection With Fatal Shooting at Brittany Village Apartments

Oct 19

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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (October 19, 2026) — A juvenile has been taken into custody in connection with a fatal shooting at Brittany Village apartments that claimed the life of a young woman Sunday morning.

St. Joseph MO Brittany Village shooting update

The St. Joseph Police Department announced Monday that a juvenile was apprehended with assistance from the department's Street Crimes Unit, the Buchanan County Drug Strike Force and the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Authorities have not released the juvenile's identity or additional information about their involvement in the shooting.

Shooting Occurred Sunday Morning

The investigation began around 10:40 a.m. Sunday, October 18, when St. Joseph police responded to Brittany Village apartments following a report of someone needing medical attention.

Officers discovered a female victim, estimated to be between 18 and 20 years old, inside an apartment. Investigators later determined she had suffered gunshot injuries.

The victim was transported to Mosaic Life Care with life-threatening injuries, where she was later pronounced dead.

Police have not released the victim's identity.

Investigation Remains Active

Although a juvenile is now in custody, detectives continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting and following up on leads.

Authorities have not disclosed what led to the shooting, the relationship between the juvenile and the victim, or whether formal charges have been filed.

Police say additional information will be released when appropriate.