Shots fired call ends with death, arrest made

Vernon County Sheriff's Office and Missouri Highway Patrol responded to a shots fired call in rule Milo Mo after a 911 call received on 9/20/2026 in the afternoon. After Deputies arrived on scene they discovered a deceased male and a severely injured male that was later transported via air flight. Joshua Janiszewski was arrested and placed on an investigative hold until formal charges were filed

Vernon County, Missouri — September 21, 2026 — Authorities have announced that Joshua Janiszewski has been charged in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation in Vernon County.

Janiszewski is currently facing the following charges:

Murder in the Second Degree — Class A Felony

Assault in the First Degree — Class A Felony

$500,000 Cash only bond

The case remains ongoing. Investigators and prosecutors continue to review evidence and information related to the incident, and additional charges may be filed as the investigation progresses.

All charges are allegations at this stage. Joshua Janiszewski is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

Because the investigation and court proceedings are ongoing, no further details are being released at this time that could interfere with the investigation or legal process.

Additional information may be released as it becomes available.

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