The suspect in the murder of a Joplin woman was arrested today in Springfield.
The U. S. Marshal's Service arrested Nicholas Kyle Berry, 51, Branson, who has been charged by the Jasper County Prosecuting Attorney's office with first degree murder, first degree robbery and two counts of armed criminal action in connection with the April 9 murder of Maria Whitaker, 39, Joplin.
An argument over money led to the murder, which took place at a Webb City home according to a probable cause statement filed in Jasper County Circuit Court.
"According to witnesses, Nicholas Berry was arguing with Maria Whitaker over money. During that argument, Mr. Berry did attempt to pat down Ms. Whitaker. She slapped his hand away and he in turn stabbed her and took an undetermined amount of money from her pocket."
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