Crime
Teen killed in targeted shooting at an apartment complex in midtown Tulsa
The suspects knew the victim was inside the apartment and shot him through a window.
Tulsa, OK – Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early Saturday morning at an apartment complex in midtown Tulsa, near 51st Street and Yale Avenue.
According to the Tulsa Police Department (TPD), officers responded to reports of gunfire at the complex and discovered a 17-year-old victim who had been fatally shot.
Investigators believe the shooting was targeted, as the suspects were reportedly aware of the victim’s presence inside the apartment and fired through a window.
At the time of the incident, the victim’s mother and two juvenile witnesses were also inside the apartment.
Authorities have not released their identities but confirmed they were unharmed.
As of Saturday, no arrests have been made, but police are searching for up to three suspects believed to be involved in the shooting.
Law enforcement officials are actively gathering evidence and reviewing surveillance footage to identify those responsible.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the case to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers may remain anonymous, and tips leading to an arrest could be eligible for a cash reward.
This is a developing investigation, and additional details will be provided as they become available.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.