On the evening of May 16, 2026, a shooting in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, claimed the life of 45-year-old Brittany Luna. Officers responding at about 10:23 p.m. found Luna with fatal gunshot wounds in the area of Victor and Thomas Streets; she was later pronounced dead and the Butler County Coroner’s Office scheduled an autopsy.

Investigators quickly identified a person of interest who was located and brought to the police department for questioning. Police have asked neighbors for any surveillance video and anyone with information to come forward.

What did residents near Victor and Thomas Streets see or record that night? Anyone with information is urged to contact the Poplar Bluff Police Department.