Crime
Tulsa Police Seek 19-Year-Old Angel Ibarra in Double Homicide Investigation
Tulsa, OK – Tulsa Police Homicide Detectives are actively searching for 19-year-old Angel Ibarra, who is wanted in connection to a deadly ambush shooting that occurred over the weekend.
On February 8, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers responded to reports of gunfire at an apartment complex near 11800 E. 21st Street.
Upon arrival, police discovered four teenagers had been shot in what appeared to be a targeted ambush.
Two of the victims, identified as 18-year-olds Arturo Degollado and Jett Brummett, were pronounced dead at the scene.
The two other victims, an 18-year-old and a 19-year-old, sustained gunshot wounds but were transported to a local hospital and are expected to survive.
Detectives have identified three suspects in connection with the shooting:
- 18-year-old Christopher Atjun – turned himself in on Saturday.
- 16-year-old Joseph Melendez – already in custody.
- 19-year-old Angel Ibarra – remains at large and is the only outstanding suspect.
All three suspects face two counts of First-Degree Murder. Additionally, Ibarra and Atjun are charged with two counts of Shooting with Intent to Kill.
Authorities urge anyone with information on Angel Ibarra’s whereabouts to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers can remain anonymous.
The investigation remains ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.