Lebanon, MO – A wave of grief and disbelief has swept across Lebanon, Missouri, after authorities confirmed the death of 27-year-old David Arbogast, who was fatally shot on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The Laclede County Sheriff’s Office has launched a homicide investigation, marking a somber and deeply unsettling moment for the quiet community in Laclede County.
According to initial reports, deputies responded to the scene following calls of a shooting. Despite emergency efforts, David Arbogast was pronounced dead shortly after authorities arrived. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation, and no arrests or suspect details have been publicly released at this time.
David, a resident of Lebanon, is being remembered by family and friends as a kind-hearted, hardworking young man with a bright future and a deep love for his family. Those who knew him best speak of his loyalty, his generosity, and the way he always made time for the people in his life.
“David wasn’t just a son or a friend — he was a light to everyone who knew him,” said one family member. “Our hearts are shattered. We just want answers, and we want justice.”
The Laclede County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control, is continuing its investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.
As the investigation unfolds, the community of Lebanon is coming together to mourn the loss of a young man taken too soon. Candlelight vigils and memorials are being planned in David’s honor, as friends, loved ones, and neighbors grieve the tragedy and call for peace.
David Arbogast’s life mattered. His memory will live on in the stories, laughter, and love he shared with so many. His family now seeks not only comfort, but justice — and the community stands behind them in that pursuit.
If you have any information related to this case, please contact the Laclede County Sheriff’s Office at (417) 532-2311.
Rest in peace, David.
Your life was a gift. You are gone too soon, but never forgotten.
