Crime & Safety
Jefferson County, MO Murder: Man, 67, Charged in Woman's Death
DE SOTO, MO – A 67 year old Jefferson County man has been arrested and charged with first degree murder after allegedly shooting and killing a woman outside a De Soto residence Saturday evening, Oct.
By Jordan Mercer · 2026-10-12T08:54:37.545Z
DE SOTO, MO – A 67 year old Jefferson County man has been arrested and charged with first degree murder after allegedly shooting and killing a woman outside a De Soto residence Saturday evening, Oct. 10.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Office, Sheriff Dave Marshak announced that Jesse R. Evans, 67, of De Soto, faces charges of first degree murder and armed criminal action in connection with the fatal shooting in the 3800 block of Sunrise School Road.
Investigators said the incident began when a witness accompanied the victim to the residence so she could retrieve personal belongings.
The witness reportedly told detectives that the woman screamed while inside the home before running outside. Evans allegedly followed her while carrying a handgun.
According to investigators, the witness reported seeing Evans shoot the woman.
The witness then helped the injured woman into a vehicle and transported her to an address in the 3200 block of State Road in De Soto.
Deputies and emergency personnel responded to that location, where first responders discovered the woman suffering from at least one gunshot wound.
She was transported to an area hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.
Investigators subsequently returned to the Sunrise School Road residence , where deputies located Evans and detained him without incident.
Authorities said a search warrant produced evidence consistent with a shooting.
During an interview with investigators, Evans reportedly admitted firing at the victim, according to the Sheriff's Office.
Evans was transported to the Jefferson County Jail, where authorities said he was being held without bond.
Sheriff Marshak credited Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney Trisha Stefanski and her staff for their work obtaining an in custody warrant.
Authorities did not identify the victim in the release.
The charges are allegations, and Evans is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.