(From the Joplin Police Department)The Joplin Police Department is actively trying to locate Andre Emmanuel Swindell 40, of Joplin in connection with the homicide that occurred on February 28th, 2026, in the 500 block of Joplin Avenue.
Through an extensive and ongoing investigation, the Joplin Police Department has identified Swindell as the primary suspect involved in the shooting death of Anthony Campbell.
Swindell is described as a black male approximately six-foot three inches in height, weighing one hundred and ninety pounds. He also was known to have long, dreadlock- style brown hair.
Swindell is described as a black male approximately six-foot three inches in height, weighing one hundred and ninety pounds. He also was known to have long, dreadlock- style brown hair.
At this time, it is unknown what vehicle he may be in or what he is wearing. Swindell should be considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with any information regarding Swindell’s whereabouts is to contact your local law enforcement agency or dial 911.
If anyone has any information about this incident, they are encouraged to contact the Joplin Police Department. Contact options include calling Sergeant Jason Stump at 417-623-3131 ext. 1620, submitting information to TIP411.com, or by using the “Joplin PD” app from your app store.
On February 28th, 2026, the Jasper Prosecutor's Office issued warrants for Swindell, including the charges of First-Degree Murder, Armed Criminal Action, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm.Police Department
Earlier news release
Joplin Police are asking for tips as the investigation into a fatal shooting continues, the shooting occurred on 2/28/2026 in the 500 block of Joplin Avenue. Anyone with any information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Joplin Police Department. Any information is extremely valuable, no matter how insignificant it is believed to be.
Tips and information can be directed to Sergeant Jason Stump at 417-623-3131 ext. 1620 or TIP411.com, or by using the “Joplin PD” app from your app store.
Anyone with any information regarding Swindell’s whereabouts is to contact your local law enforcement agency or dial 911.
If anyone has any information about this incident, they are encouraged to contact the Joplin Police Department. Contact options include calling Sergeant Jason Stump at 417-623-3131 ext. 1620, submitting information to TIP411.com, or by using the “Joplin PD” app from your app store.
On February 28th, 2026, the Jasper Prosecutor's Office issued warrants for Swindell, including the charges of First-Degree Murder, Armed Criminal Action, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm.Police Department
Earlier news release
Joplin Police are asking for tips as the investigation into a fatal shooting continues, the shooting occurred on 2/28/2026 in the 500 block of Joplin Avenue. Anyone with any information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Joplin Police Department. Any information is extremely valuable, no matter how insignificant it is believed to be.
Tips and information can be directed to Sergeant Jason Stump at 417-623-3131 ext. 1620 or TIP411.com, or by using the “Joplin PD” app from your app store.
As the investigation has continued, investigators with the Joplin Police Department have relentlessly followed up on numerous leads regarding the homicide investigation.
Joplin Police Investigators have identified the victim as Anthony Campbell, 27, of Joplin.
An autopsy has been scheduled for today, 3/2/2026 in Springfield, Missouri.
The Joplin Police Department believes that this incident was isolated and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
This investigation is active and ongoing. As additional information becomes available, it will be released.
Original news release
On 02/28/26 at 01:48 am, Joplin Emergency Communications Center received a call of gun shots in the 500 block of Joplin Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male subject with apparent fatal gunshot wounds. The suspect fled the scene before officers' arrival.
Detectives with the Joplin Police Department have initiated a homicide investigation.
The victim's name is being withheld pending next of kin notification.
Updated information will be released as the investigation continues.
If anyone has information related to this incident, please contact Sergeant Jason Stump at 417-623-3131 ext. 1620.
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