Topline: WEBSTER GROVES, MO — Police say a Missouri man brutally murdered his brother with a hatchet on Tuesday. According to Webster Groves Police, 58-year-old Timothy Fox was charged on Wednesday with counts of first-degree murder and other offenses in connection to the death of his brother on Tuesday, January 28, in Webster Groves, Missouri. During the investigation, it was discovered
Published: January 31, 2025 8:30 am ET
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Timothy Fox (via Webster Groves Police Department)
WEBSTER GROVES, MO — Police say a Missouri man brutally murdered his brother with a hatchet on Tuesday.
According to Webster Groves Police, 58-year-old Timothy Fox was charged on Wednesday with counts of first-degree murder and other offenses in connection to the death of his brother on Tuesday, January 28, in Webster Groves, Missouri.
During the investigation, it was discovered the suspect did not arrive to his place of employment for several days. The suspect’s employer became alarmed, and a call was placed to dispatch to check the welfare of the suspect.
Once officers arrived, the victim, identified as 64-year-old Peter Fox, was found deceased on the couch, located inside the front living room area of the residence.
The victim sustained fatal, blunt force trauma to the back of his head, believed to be caused from a hatchet found at the crime scene, police said.
Officers located the suspect inside the residence, sitting on a couch located in the rear living room of the residence. During the investigation, authorities confirmed that the suspect and the victim are brothers. Additionally, there were no prior calls for service at the residence.
A probable cause statement indicated the victim was found with the hatchet still in his head and blood spatter on the floor, wall, and ceiling, according to the Webster Kirkwood Times.
Court documents also alleged that Timothy Fox made several comments to the effect of “How did you guys find out about this?” and “How did you know he was here?” while he was being detained by officers on the scene.
It was reported the brothers shared the home where the incident happened in the 500 block of South Old Orchard Avenue in Webster Groves.
On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, all facts, findings, and evidence collected during the investigation were presented to the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for review.
Following review of all material, the following charges were issued:
- Murder 1st Degree-Class A Felony
- Armed Criminal Action-Class U Felony
“[Our partners] worked tirelessly to investigate and charge this terrible crime,” Webster Groves Chief of Police Vincent C. Acevez said in a statement. “Their commitment to justice and public safety is commendable, and I am incredibly proud of their relentless pursuit of accountability.”
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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WEBSTER GROVES, MO — Police say a Missouri man brutally murdered his brother with a hatchet on Tuesday. According to Webster Groves Police, 58-year-old Timothy Fox was charged on Wednesday with counts of first-degree murder and other offenses in connection to the death of his brother on Tuesday, January 28, in Webster Groves, Missouri. During the investigation, it was discovered
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Published: January 31, 2025 8:30 am ET
Timothy Fox (via Webster Groves Police Department)
WEBSTER GROVES, MO — Police say a Missouri man brutally murdered his brother with a hatchet on Tuesday.
According to Webster Groves Police, 58-year-old Timothy Fox was charged on Wednesday with counts of first-degree murder and other offenses in connection to the death of his brother on Tuesday, January 28, in Webster Groves, Missouri.
During the investigation, it was discovered the suspect did not arrive to his place of employment for several days. The suspect’s employer became alarmed, and a call was placed to dispatch to check the welfare of the suspect.
Once officers arrived, the victim, identified as 64-year-old Peter Fox, was found deceased on the couch, located inside the front living room area of the residence.
The victim sustained fatal, blunt force trauma to the back of his head, believed to be caused from a hatchet found at the crime scene, police said.
Officers located the suspect inside the residence, sitting on a couch located in the rear living room of the residence. During the investigation, authorities confirmed that the suspect and the victim are brothers. Additionally, there were no prior calls for service at the residence.
A probable cause statement indicated the victim was found with the hatchet still in his head and blood spatter on the floor, wall, and ceiling, according to the Webster Kirkwood Times.
Court documents also alleged that Timothy Fox made several comments to the effect of “How did you guys find out about this?” and “How did you know he was here?” while he was being detained by officers on the scene.
It was reported the brothers shared the home where the incident happened in the 500 block of South Old Orchard Avenue in Webster Groves.
On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, all facts, findings, and evidence collected during the investigation were presented to the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for review.
Following review of all material, the following charges were issued:
- Murder 1st Degree-Class A Felony
- Armed Criminal Action-Class U Felony
“[Our partners] worked tirelessly to investigate and charge this terrible crime,” Webster Groves Chief of Police Vincent C. Acevez said in a statement. “Their commitment to justice and public safety is commendable, and I am incredibly proud of their relentless pursuit of accountability.”
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Court Docs: Missouri Man Found Dead With Hatchet Lodged in Back of Head; Brother in Custody
WEBSTER GROVES, MO — Police say a Missouri man brutally murdered his brother with a hatchet on Tuesday. According to Webster Groves Police, 58-year-old Timothy Fox was charged on Wednesday with counts of first-degree murder and other offenses in connection to the death of his brother on Tuesday, January 28, in Webster Groves, Missouri. During the investigation, it was discovered
By Jacob Charles
Published: January 31, 2025 8:30 am ET
Timothy Fox (via Webster Groves Police Department)
WEBSTER GROVES, MO — Police say a Missouri man brutally murdered his brother with a hatchet on Tuesday.
According to Webster Groves Police, 58-year-old Timothy Fox was charged on Wednesday with counts of first-degree murder and other offenses in connection to the death of his brother on Tuesday, January 28, in Webster Groves, Missouri.
During the investigation, it was discovered the suspect did not arrive to his place of employment for several days. The suspect’s employer became alarmed, and a call was placed to dispatch to check the welfare of the suspect.
Once officers arrived, the victim, identified as 64-year-old Peter Fox, was found deceased on the couch, located inside the front living room area of the residence.
The victim sustained fatal, blunt force trauma to the back of his head, believed to be caused from a hatchet found at the crime scene, police said.
Officers located the suspect inside the residence, sitting on a couch located in the rear living room of the residence. During the investigation, authorities confirmed that the suspect and the victim are brothers. Additionally, there were no prior calls for service at the residence.
A probable cause statement indicated the victim was found with the hatchet still in his head and blood spatter on the floor, wall, and ceiling, according to the Webster Kirkwood Times.
Court documents also alleged that Timothy Fox made several comments to the effect of “How did you guys find out about this?” and “How did you know he was here?” while he was being detained by officers on the scene.
It was reported the brothers shared the home where the incident happened in the 500 block of South Old Orchard Avenue in Webster Groves.
On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, all facts, findings, and evidence collected during the investigation were presented to the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for review.
Following review of all material, the following charges were issued:
- Murder 1st Degree-Class A Felony
- Armed Criminal Action-Class U Felony
“[Our partners] worked tirelessly to investigate and charge this terrible crime,” Webster Groves Chief of Police Vincent C. Acevez said in a statement. “Their commitment to justice and public safety is commendable, and I am incredibly proud of their relentless pursuit of accountability.”
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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