Shelby County Murder Suspect Arrested in St. Louis

Demario Anderson, 35, was taken into custody on a collateral lead tied to a second-degree murder charge.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 3:55am

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A man wanted in connection with a Shelby County homicide has been arrested in Missouri, according to the U.S. Marshals Service. Demario Anderson, 35, was taken into custody Thursday in St. Louis on a collateral lead tied to a second-degree murder charge out of Shelby County.

Why it matters

The arrest of a murder suspect is an important development in a criminal investigation, as it helps bring justice for the victim and their family, and can potentially lead to the resolution of the case.

The details

The U.S. Marshals Service Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force began investigating Anderson on November 8, 2025, after he was charged in the case. Investigators later developed information that Anderson had traveled to St. Louis, and on November 19, 2025, a collateral lead was sent to U.S. Marshals in Missouri to assist in locating him. Authorities say Anderson was found at a residence in the 1200 block of June Avenue and taken into custody without incident.

  • On November 8, 2025, the U.S. Marshals Service Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force began investigating Anderson.
  • On November 19, 2025, a collateral lead was sent to U.S. Marshals in Missouri to assist in locating Anderson.
  • On Thursday, Anderson was taken into custody in St. Louis.

The players

Demario Anderson

A 35-year-old man wanted in connection with a Shelby County homicide.

U.S. Marshals Service Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force

The law enforcement task force that began investigating Anderson on November 8, 2025.

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What’s next

Anderson is awaiting extradition back to Shelby County.

The takeaway

The arrest of a murder suspect is an important step in the criminal justice process, as it helps bring accountability and closure for the victim's family and the community.