Missing KCK man’s body is found in Missouri River, according to police

The body of a Kansas City, Kansas, man who had been missing for almost a month was found in the Missouri River on Thursday.

Kansas City, Missouri Police and Fire Departments were called to 7808 East Levee Road for a reported body in the Missouri River. On Friday, the body was positively identified as Brandon Anfinson, according to Nancy Chartrand, spokesperson for the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department.

Anfinson, 39, went missing from his home in the 1300 block of S. 35th Street in Kansas City, Kansas, on March 21, police said.

Anfinson’s death is now being investigated by Kansas City, Kansas police’s major case unit.

Anfinson owned his own business, A1 Construction, was a father of three children, and had been married for 20 years, according to a family member who previously spoke with The Star.

A GoFundMe for the family had raised almost $3,000 as of Friday evening.

“This is not the update we ever wanted or expected to write. Our hearts are broken, and the pain of this loss is unimaginable,” a statement from the GoFundMe reads.

“Brandon was [a] deeply loved son, a husband, a friend and his presence brought light into the lives of so many. We are beyond grateful to everyone who has supported this fundraiser. Your kindness, prayers, and donations have helped us more than you know during this incredibly difficult time.”

The Star’s Noelle Alviz-Gransee contributed to this reporting.

This story was originally published April 18, 2025 at 7:01 PM.