For Immediate Release

March 4, 2025

Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson today announced prosecutors secured a guilty plea in a fatal shooting that took place in Independence in 2022. 

Jordan Huff pled guilty to 2nd Degree Murder. A 15-year sentence was agreed on after mediation involving input from the victim’s family. 

“The sentence agreement was a direct result of our office working closely with the victim’s family, ensuring their voices were not only heard, but central to shaping a resolution,” said Prosecutor Johnson. “Our office is committed to seeking justice, while taking into consideration the victim’s family’s input on what appropriate accountability looks like. While we understand this agreement does not fully heal the wounds caused by this incident, I am proud our collaborative process delivered a resolution that respects the family’s wishes.”

According to court records, Independence police were dispatched to a residence regarding a shooting and found the victim deceased in the living room, with multiple apparent gunshot wounds. 

Detectives determined that the defendant and his family members were at the residence eating food and playing games, when the defendant shot into the kitchen and then shot and killed the victim. He pointed the firearm at other witnesses in the residence and demanded a cell phone and car keys. Ring doorbell camera footage showed the defendant entering and exiting the apartment with a firearm. The defendant is heard on the footage demanding a witness’s keys and phone. 

A witness said the defendant had a history of domestic violence.

Trial Team Leader Arthur Bridgens prosecuted the case on behalf of the state of Missouri.  

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Media Contact: 

Jazzlyn Johnson

Director of Communications 

Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office 

415 E 12th Street

Kansas City, MO - 64106

(816) 929-1289 

jazzlyn.johnson@jacksongov.org 

https://www.jacksoncountyprosecutor.com