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In the early morning hours of June 30, 2023, another tragic shooting occurred near Klymax Lounge in Kansas City. This incident took place just weeks after a deadly shooting in May where three people lost their lives and two were injured. The lounge owner, Mario Williams, had called the police to report a suspicious vehicle circling his nightclub. However, according to police records, the call was abandoned and not reported to a dispatcher.
Williams made multiple attempts to report the presence of armed men near the club, but the response from the police was delayed. He alleged that the dispatcher informed him that officers were stretched thin and would not be able to respond until there was an active emergency. Williams expressed his frustration, stating that if there had been a police presence or a patrolling officer in the area, the shooting could have been prevented.
The Kansas City police call logs revealed that there had been 31 requests for service at Klymax Lounge leading up to the May 21 shooting. These calls ranged from reports of armed events to requests to keep the peace. Williams believes that increased police patrols in the area, as well as a partnership with the department to provide off-duty officers for security, would help deter crime.
Following the shooting on June 30, charges were filed against a suspect believed to be involved in the incident. Isiah Clinton was charged with three counts of first-degree murder, five counts of armed criminal action, and two counts of first-degree assault.
The community surrounding Klymax Lounge is devastated by these senseless acts of violence. They are calling for increased police presence and stricter security measures to ensure the safety of patrons and staff. The tragic events that unfolded at the lounge serve as a reminder of the urgent need for effective crime prevention strategies and a robust law enforcement response to protect the community..
