– Man dies altercation detectives seeking Joshua William Ray Taft
– Detectives seeking suspect altercation man dies.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
Authorities are seeking murder charges against a man from Joplin following a fatal shooting incident.
The Newton County Sheriff’s Office received a call just after midnight on Thursday, May 30, 2024, reporting a shooting on Freddy Lane in Joplin.
Upon arrival, deputies found the body of 50-year-old Eric Whittington, who had been involved in an altercation with the suspect.
Newton County Detectives are actively investigating the case, with 42-year-old white male Joshua William Ray Taft identified as the main suspect.
A felony warrant has been issued for Taft on charges including Murder Second Degree, Armed Criminal Action, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and Endangering the Welfare of a Child First Degree.
The Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information on Taft’s whereabouts to contact them immediately at 417-451-8300 or Central Dispatch at 417-451-4242.
Authorities have warned that Joshua William Taft should be considered armed and dangerous.
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– Man dies altercation detectives seeking Joshua William Ray Taft
– Man dies after altercation detectives seeking Joshua William Ray Taft.
