In the late summer of 2018, the community of Joplin, Missouri, was met with the sad news of the passing of one of its elderly residents. Deloris J. Asbell, an 83-year-old woman, died on August 26, 2018. Her death was the subject of a thorough investigation by the Joplin Police Department as they worked to uncover the circumstances surrounding her final moments.
Initially, there were questions surrounding the nature of her death, but the subsequent investigation brought clarity to the
situation. Law enforcement officials ultimately determined that Deloris Asbell’s death was a result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Based on the evidence gathered and their investigation, her death was officially ruled a suicide.
With the determination that her death was self-inflicted, the investigation into the matter was concluded. As there was no indication of foul play, the case was closed without any arrests being made or any suspects being named. The resolution of the investigation brought a quiet end to the official inquiries into the passing of the long-time Joplin resident.
