October 7th, 2026 Local News
St. Francois Co., Mo. (KFMO) - The St. Francois County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Friday night on Worley Road in Farmington.
According to the sheriff's department, deputies were dispatched at approximately 11:49 p.m. Friday, September 4, to a disturbance and welfare check in the 3100 block of Worley Road.
Upon arrival, deputies located an adult female and an adult male inside the residence, both suffering from fatal gunshot wounds. Two male children were found unharmed in an adjoining bedroom and were safely removed from the home.
Detectives conducted a follow-up investigation and determined the victims were the homeowners and were husband and wife.
The sheriff’s department says the incident appears to be an isolated domestic incident, and there is no active threat to the community. The investigation remains ongoing.
Next of kin have been notified. The names of the victims will not be released until all relatives have been contacted.
The children were placed in the care of the Children’s Division pending reunification with next of kin.
Anyone experiencing a violent or unsafe relationship is encouraged to reach out to local resources or law enforcement for assistance.