Monday, October 11, 2021

Joplin couple dead following shootings


(From the Joplin Police Department)

On 10/09/2021 Officers responded to 1320 S Massachusetts Ave in reference to an assist with Fire and Medical personnel.

Upon arrival Officers located Arline Smolik (87 year-old female) in the residence with an apparent gunshot wound. Arline was pronounced deceased at the residence. 








William Smolik (88 year-old male) was located in the back yard of the residence with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. 

 The investigation has shown that Arline and William were married and were the sole occupants of the residence. We are not seeking any suspects in this incident and there is believed to be no further threat to Joplin citizens.

 

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