Two in custody following narcotic search warrant in Joplin

On March 31st, 2025, the Joplin Police Department SWAT Team was utilized to serve a narcotics search warrant at 1000 S. Texas Avenue in Joplin.

The search warrant was a result of an ongoing investigation by the Joplin Police Department Flex Platoon members regarding illegal drug activities at this location.

The residence was secured and multiple people were detained at the residence. During the ensuing search and
investigation, Detectives located approximately 2.2 ounces of Methamphetamine at the residence along with numerous items of drug paraphernalia.

Detectives arrested Rebecca G. Francisco, age 73 of Joplin, and James C. Humphrey, age 55 of Joplin, on
charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

These charges were filed by the Jasper County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and the bond for both suspects was set at $5,000 cash or surety.