James Clark, 42, of Big Bear Lake, California, was shot and killed outside the AV Nightclub on Pine Knot Avenue on April 12, 2016. Deputies from the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station found Clark at about 1:15 am; he was taken to Bear Valley Community Hospital and later died of his injuries.

The shooting followed an argument that began inside the nightclub and moved to the back parking lot. Witnesses said Clark and 53-year-old local business owner and magician Frank Popovich were acquaintances and that the disagreement escalated; Popovich shot Clark in the chest and was taken into custody and booked on murder charges. Initial reports described the motive as personal and under investigation.

Clark was described by friends as well liked and artistically talented, and a makeshift memorial was set up outside the club. Does anyone who knew James or saw the confrontation have information that could help clarify what happened?