Monday, December 22, 2025

Joplin man arrested after officer-involved shooting arraigned, pleads not guilty


Phil Burkybile 20, Joplin, was arraigned in Jasper County Circuit Court today and pleaded not guilty to charges of driving while intoxicated, aggravated fleeing, second-degree assault and property damage.

Burkybile allegedly tried to run over a Joplin Police Department officer. The officer shot Burkybile. Burkybile's injuries were not serious and he was treated at a Joplin hospital.

Earlier- Joplin man held without bond for DWI, assault, property damage

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