I wouldn’t be surprised he is changing his story, probably told to cooperate or he would be facing felony murder charges.
Is there a 3 strike law in MO, I wonder?
Dschrg/Shoot Firearm At Or From Mtr Veh/Shoot At Person, Mtr Veh, Or Bldg/Habitable Structure-1st Offense { Felony B RSMo: 571.030 }
Trafficking In Drugs In The Second Degree { Felony B RSMo: 195.223 }