(KNZA)--A northwest Missouri teenager accused in the murder of his grandparents appeared in a Buchanan County courtroom Friday morning.
16-year-old Joseph Johnson is charged with two counts of first degree murder in the July 4th deaths of James and Beverly Johnson. Their bodies were found in a home they shared with their grandson east of St. Joseph.
Investigators say the couple was shot to death and that James Johnson may have also been strangled.
KQ2-TV reports a judge ruled that Johnson will remain behind bars on a $250,000 bond.
Johnson's case was moved out of juvenile court on Wednesday after a judge ruled he could face charges as an adult.
© Many Signals Communications
MOST VIEWED STORIES
Three former Atchison Co employees arrested on felonies
One hospitalized, one jailed, after Atchison attack
Atchison man involved in fatal NW MO crash
Services set for Effingham woman killed in crash
Barricaded fugitive arrested in Jackson County
Two file to challenge local legislator
Fatal Atchison apt fire investigation continues
USD 415 board select new member
U.S. 36 work in Doniphan Co to impact motorists
Fentanyl find nets four in two Atchison cases
Results from SE Nebraska contested Primary Elections
Date set for signals switch at Hiawatha intersection
Flags to fly half staff Wednesday across KS
State Board approves land transfer agreements
Memorial Day enforcement hits KS roads
Contested races in Tuesday Primary Election in Nebraska
Support sought for fire ravaged family
LATEST STORIES
Tuition increase by KU, others in state
KS grad requirements updated after two decades.
Fentanyl find nets four in two Atchison cases
Armed felon found, arrested, in Jackson Co
Support sought for fire ravaged family
Potts first to file for Sheriff's seat in Atchison Co
Senator Slama won't endorse candidate in legislative race
Local author brings "Broken and Chained" to Falls City Saturday