Woman Charged After Shooting Ex-Boyfriend at McDonald's

Jolie Koop allegedly tracked down her ex and his new girlfriend, shooting him in the chest before vandalizing the girlfriend's car.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 5:53am

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A Missouri man was shot by his ex-girlfriend, Jolie Koop, in a dramatic altercation at a McDonald's in Kansas City. According to police reports, Koop allegedly pursued her ex-boyfriend and his new girlfriend, shooting the ex-boyfriend in the chest before vandalizing the new girlfriend's car with a baseball bat. The victim's father has expressed outrage over the incident and says his son is in stable condition but still suffering from medical complications.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the danger that can arise when relationships turn volatile. It also raises concerns about the accessibility of firearms and the need for better systems to prevent abusers from obtaining weapons, especially in cases with a history of violence.

The details

According to a probable cause affidavit, the victim's father told police that his son had called him on Monday night, warning that he was being followed by Koop and possibly her mother. The victim and his new girlfriend were driving separate vehicles, while Koop and her mother were reportedly trailing them in a Buick. The new girlfriend told police she believed she was being 'set up.' When the couple arrived at the McDonald's, Koop and her mother allegedly got out of their car and began hitting the new girlfriend's Mercedes with a wooden bat. The victim then approached Koop while holding a knife, and she allegedly fired two rounds at him, striking him both times.

  • On Monday night, the victim called his father to say he was being followed by his ex-girlfriend and her mother.
  • The shooting incident occurred at a McDonald's in Kansas City on Monday night.

The players

Jolie Koop

The ex-girlfriend of the victim who is accused of shooting him and vandalizing his new girlfriend's car.

The Victim

The ex-boyfriend of Jolie Koop who was shot by her at a McDonald's in Kansas City.

The Victim's Father

The father of the victim, who expressed outrage over the incident and said his son is in stable condition but still suffering from medical complications.

The New Girlfriend

The new girlfriend of the victim, whose Mercedes was allegedly vandalized by Koop and her mother.

Koop's Mother

The mother of Jolie Koop, who allegedly accompanied her daughter and participated in the vandalism of the new girlfriend's car.

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What they’re saying

“This crazy chick Jolie Koop (his ex) just shot my son.”

— The Victim's Father

“She is 100% an accessory to the crime.”

— The Victim's Father

“Justice for my son. He's in a ton of pain but dealing with it.”

— The Victim's Father

What’s next

Jolie Koop is due to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on May 29.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the need for better systems to prevent abusers from obtaining weapons, especially in cases with a history of violence. It also underscores the importance of addressing mental health concerns and providing resources for those struggling with volatile relationships.