Crime
Unconfirmed reports of shooting near Southern University Homecoming festival
Authorities are currently investigating the shooting incident and gathering further information.
Multiple reports have emerged of a shooting incident that occurred during the homecoming celebration at Southern University. Witnesses at the scene described hearing gunshots and seeing individuals fleeing the area.
One witness, located in the Swan parking lot, reported seeing a man being shot in the head, back, and other parts of his body.
The witness also described hearing sounds that resembled fireworks.
Several cars parked in front of the witness’s vehicle sustained bullet holes.
The chaotic scene prompted people to quickly leave the area, with cars turning and driving away to avoid danger.
Authorities are currently investigating the shooting incident and gathering further information.
Crime
18-year-old Kyler Naely charged for the murder in shooting death of 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams
An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged in a deadly shooting that occurred in October, which claimed the life of a 16-year-old and injured another.
The incident began on October 6, 2024, shortly after 12:45 a.m., when officers were called to a shooting on I-244 near Yale Avenue.
Upon arrival, they discovered a gray SUV riddled with bullet holes and shattered windows. Investigators determined that seven people were inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Two occupants of the vehicle suffered gunshot wounds.
One victim, 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams, sustained critical injuries and succumbed to them several weeks later. The other victim suffered a minor gunshot wound to the arm and survived.
Preliminary investigations revealed the incident was linked to a fight at the Tulsa State Fair earlier that evening.
Witnesses reported that the altercation, which occurred as the group was leaving the fairgrounds, likely escalated into the highway shooting.
Following an in-depth investigation, Tulsa Police Homicide Detectives identified 18-year-old Kyler Naely as the suspect responsible for the shooting.
On November 19, 2024, Naely was arrested, charged with first-degree murder, and booked into the Tulsa County Jail.
Authorities emphasize that the case remains under investigation and are urging anyone with additional information to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers can remain anonymous.