Firearms are the leading suicide method in Missouri Kennedy Voss Sep 10, 2026 Sep 10, 2026 Updated Sep 11, 2026 Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Download PDF Locations Missouri Columbia As featured on No state law polices gun storage, despite leading fatality among suicide attempts Missouri was ranked the 10th highest in gun death rates in 2024, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Most Popular Jefferson County jury finds woman guilty in 2004 cold case murder Truck fire on I-55 costs man his business; family seeks help of public Arnold man accused of recording people tanning at local gym UPDATE: Imperial woman charged for allegedly shooting ex-husband, who died at area hospital UPDATE: Imperial woman charged for allegedly shooting ex-husband, who died at area hospital Email Signup Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Error! There was an error processing your request. Classifieds Receive classifieds every morning. E-editions Receive an email every Wednesday when the Leader's e-editions are posted online. Grand Times Get updated on upcoming Leader Senior Expos and news just for seniors. Local Sports Get the latest headlines on local sports in your inbox on every Friday. News Updates Receive top local news headlines every day. Today's Obituaries Receive a list of local obituaries every day. You must select at least one email list. Please enter a valid email address. Sign up Manage your lists
No state law polices gun storage, despite leading fatality among suicide attempts Missouri was ranked the 10th highest in gun death rates in 2024, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
