Craig Tonkinson, 40, was shot and killed near 40th and Garfield in Kansas City, Missouri in the early morning hours of April 16, 2018. Police discovered him shortly before 4 a.m.; one person was detained during the initial investigation but no arrests or suspects have been publicly identified since. The homicide investigation remains open as authorities continue to seek information.

Tonkinson was a stand-up comedian known for dark, overtly offensive humor and active self-promotion on social media. Born in California in 1978, he enjoyed classic rock and professional hockey, once appeared on The Price is Right in 1998 and was remembered for performing publicly in a Superman costume. Family and friends held a memorial service and asked that donations be made to Wayside Waifs and another charity in lieu of flowers.

If anyone knew Craig, saw activity near 40th and Garfield on April 16, 2018, or has information about this case, please come forward.