Joplin School District releases statement on Thursday afternoon shooting

The Joplin School District has released the following statement regarding the shooting of a juvenile in the area of 18th and Main Streets in Joplin: 

“Based on our investigation of the events at 18th & Main St. around 4:00 p.m. on
Thursday, Nov. 2, we understand that the suspect in the shooting was not a student of
Joplin Schools or Joplin High School.

“We are saddened to have learned that the juvenile who was injured in the shooting is a
student at Joplin High School. We have reason to hope for a strong recovery for this
student, and are in contact with their family during this time. In order to respect the
privacy of the family and obey district legal requirements, we will not be releasing any
information about this individual’s identity.

“We have received no indication or evidence that Joplin High School students were in
possession of weapons during school or during the altercation itself.

“We will continue to cooperate with the Joplin Police Department and Jasper County
Juvenile Office as their investigations unfold. We remain committed to the safety of our
students and staff at all times, and appreciate our local law enforcement’s quick
responses to support us in that commitment.”