Salon picking up pieces after window shot out

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- A local salon is recovering after a stray bullet shattered its window and pierced a stylist’s chair during an officer-involved shooting on March 27.

Salon 1027, located on Frederick Avenue across from City Hall, was caught in the crossfire during a police chase involving suspects in a carjacking. Shots were fired from the suspects’ vehicle as they sped through Downtown St. Joseph.

“Our new glass is supposed to be installed next week, and we feel safe here,” said Jacinda Wampler, the salon's owner and a stylist. “It's just that we're always cautious and we're always alert of things happening.” 

The window is set to be replaced next week, and the damaged chair already has been swapped out.

Wampler said she is glad no one was hurt at the salon and grateful the community stepped up to help in their time of need.  

“We're thankful for all the support that we've received from all of our clients and friends and family and people that we don't know that have been very supportive of our business.”