UPDATE:

David Reynolds died from his injuries Sunday afternoon at a local hospital. This case is now a homicide investigation. An autopsy will be scheduled and the suspect remains in custody.

ORIGINAL STORY:

Joplin Police responded to a shooting on I-249 early Saturday afternoon. Upon arrival, they found David Reynolds, 27, of Carthage, with life threatening injuries.

The shooting is believed to be a "road rage" incident. According to police, both drivers pulled over to the shoulder of I-249 where the shooting occurred. The incident happened outside of the vehicles and it is believed at this time that the drivers did not know each other.

There was also an adult female and young children with Reynolds at the time of the shooting.

Christopher Montz, 23, of Neosho, has been charged with Assault in the 1st Degree and Armed Criminal Action. He has a bond set at $50,000 cash only.

Reynolds is still in very critical condition at a local hospital. This investigation is ongoing.