Maybe it's the fact that there seems to be a crime problem on the MRT @:-)

http://www.stltoday.com/news/local/c...a4bcf6878.html

http://www.kmov.com/home/Police-resp...180447851.html

http://budgettravel.about.com/od/des...ap_stlouis.htm

Don't let St. Louis' crime reputation frighten you away. Many can cite statistics showing St. Louis to be a dangerous city. Much of the crime occurs in areas you are unlikely to visit, but you can be a victim anywhere. So do use caution, but don't let all the frightening statistics spoil your trip.