Autopsy scheduled as investigation continues into death of Travis Wyrick

(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office)

An autopsy has been scheduled for Thursday (3-28-2024). The investigation is ongoing, and more information may be released as it becomes available.

Original news release

On 3-25-2024 at approximately 9:24 AM, Jasper County Deputies received a call of a disturbance with shots fired on Pump Ln, near Zora and Schifferdecker in Joplin, Mo. When Deputies arrived, they located a deceased male on the property.

Detectives arrived on scene and began gathering evidence and statements from witnesses who were on scene on what had occurred. At this time there is no threat to the public and all involved persons have been contacted and are being interviewed.

Next of kin has been notified and the deceased male has been identified as Travis S. Wyrick, 37, of Joplin.

The investigation continues and more information may be release when appropriate to do so.