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.
Crime
19-year-old Jayden Blanchard Killed After Shooting on Concord Avenue in Amory, Suspect in Custody
AMORY, Miss. – The Amory Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on the night of March 17, 2025, leaving one person dead and another in custody.
At approximately 10:37 p.m., Amory Police Department Communications personnel received multiple reports of gunfire in the 1300 block of Concord Avenue.
Officers arrived at the scene and discovered an unresponsive male in the front yard of a residence, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Officers immediately administered first aid until emergency medical personnel arrived.
The victim was identified as 19-year-old Jayden Zyshawn Blanchard.
He was transported to North Mississippi Medical Center – Gilmore, where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
As officers and detectives processed the crime scene, a patrol officer located a male matching the description of a suspect involved in the shooting.
The individual was taken into custody without incident, and a firearm believed to have been used in the shooting was recovered nearby.
The suspect was identified as Denzarious Devon Wren.
Upon his arrest, it was discovered that Wren had also sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to a lower extremity.
Authorities have confirmed that the incident was a targeted and isolated event involving two individuals known to each other.
The investigation remains active, and police are committed to ensuring the safety of the community.
The Amory Police Department extends its condolences to the family of Mr. Blanchard.
Anyone with additional information regarding this case is urged to contact the Amory Police Department.