SHOOTING IN JOPLIN – POLICE SEEK YOUR HELP

On July 18th, 2020 at 5:52 pm officers with the Joplin Police Department responded to 2925 E
9th Street for a report of a shooting. Officers arrived on scene and located a female with an
apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to Freeman Hosptial and is considered to be in
critical condition. A male suspect reportedly fled from the area prior to officers arriving. No
arrest has been made at this time. Detectives with the Joplin Police Department are currently
working the crime scene investigation and following up on leads. Further updates may be
released at a later time when more information becomes available. If you have any information
regarding this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Joplin Police Department at 417-623-
3131.