Victim identified in shooting at Club XO in Joplin

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The victim in this incident has been identified as Qyza R. Clark, age 21 of Joplin. He remains in stable condition. The investigation in this case is still active and ongoing. 

If you have any information you are requested to contact the Joplin Police Department at 417-623-3131.

Original Press Release

On August 20th , 2023, officers with the Joplin Police Department were conducting a directed patrol downtown near the bar district. At 1:11 a.m. officers heard a gunshot that appeared to have originated from the area of 5th and Joplin Avenue. 

Officers immediately responded and located an adult male with a single gunshot wound to the chest. Officers began rendering life-saving medical aid while also dealing with a large crowd. 

Other officers began searching the area for the suspect but were unable to locate anyone. Members from the Joplin Fire Department and METS Ambulance Service arrived shortly thereafter and took over medical aid and transported the victim to a local hospital. He is currently listed in stable condition. 

It was determined the shooting happened outside of Club XO at 502 S. Joplin Avenue. Detectives with the Joplin Police Department responded and are actively investigating this incident. 

The Joplin Police Department asks that if you have any information that could lead to the identity and arrest of the suspect in this case to please contact the Joplin Police Department at 417-623- 3131. Further details may be released as the investigation continues.