Crime

Columbia man charged with murder after May 2020 shooting in St. Louis

Published December 11, 2020 6:22 PM

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMIZ)

A Columbia man is charged with 1st-degree murder and other charges after allegedly shooting the victim during a drug deal.

According to court documents, Jamar Burns went to a St. Louis Taco Bell to buy marijuana from Darion Powell.

During the purchase, Burns allegedly shot Powell and told another person to take the marijuana according to court documents.

Officials say the shooting was captured by the Taco Bell surveillance cameras.

Powell is charged with 1st-degree murder, two counts of armed criminal action, attempted robbery and unlawful possession of a firearm.

The judge has denied bond to Burns.

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