Author: Fiona Samson

Tulsa, OK – Officers with the Tulsa Police Department’s Mingo Valley Division spent time with children and families during a recent “Coloring with a Cop” event held at a local McDonald’s, focusing on building relationships and strengthening community connections. The event brought together officers and young community members for an afternoon of coloring, conversation, and meals. Police said the gathering provided an opportunity for children to meet officers in a relaxed setting, ask questions, and learn more about police work. According to the department, officers enjoyed discussing everything from favorite foods to the equipment and uniforms they use while serving…

Tulsa, OK – Firefighters from the Tulsa Fire Department participated in specialized boat training at the Tulsa Wave Park on Tuesday, joining members of Oklahoma Task Force 1 and Texas Task Force 1 for a day focused on improving water rescue capabilities. According to the department, A Platoon boat crews from Stations 4, 5, and 29 took part in the training exercise, which was designed to strengthen critical rescue skills in moving water environments. Members of Texas Task Force 1 traveled from El Paso and Bryant, Texas, to participate alongside Tulsa firefighters and Oklahoma Task Force 1 personnel. Officials said…

Tulsa, OK – Members of the Tulsa Fire Department joined representatives from the Tulsa Police Department, the Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office, and the District Attorney’s Office for a community safety discussion on Que Buena Tulsa, focusing on issues affecting families across the city. The program featured Tulsa Police Chief Denis Larsen, who participated in a conversation about the importance of parenting, neighborhood involvement, and collaboration between residents and public safety agencies. According to the Tulsa Fire Department, officials discussed a variety of topics, including violence prevention, the importance of calling 911 during emergencies, safe driving practices, and summer safety measures.…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Fire Department gathered at Station 6 on Friday to celebrate the career of Firefighter Abren Williams, who is set to officially retire on May 31 after more than 25 years of service to the citizens of Tulsa. Williams began his career with the department on April 1, 2001, and spent more than two decades serving in a variety of assignments throughout the city. During his career, he served on Ladder 32 C Platoon, Engine 14 C Platoon, Ladder 4 C Platoon, Ladder 20 B Platoon, the HazMat Pool, and HazMat A Platoon. According to the…

Tulsa, OK – A man wanted in Pawnee County on felony charges of first-degree r-pe and abuse by caretaker was arrested by Tulsa Police officers while working out at an East Tulsa gym, authorities said. According to the Tulsa Police Department, officers with the Mingo Valley Street Crimes Unit were notified that 49-year-old Robert Tryon, who was the subject of a felony warrant out of Pawnee County, was believed to be in the East Tulsa area. The warrant carried a listed bond of $1 million. On May 29 at approximately 9:25 a.m., officers conducted surveillance at a gym near 31st…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Police Department announced the arrest of a homicide suspect wanted in connection with a deadly shooting earlier this month in Tulsa. According to police, members of the department’s Fugitive Warrants Unit located Jeffrey Aguire, also identified as Jeffery Aguirre, on the night of May 21 at a motel on West Skelly Drive. Investigators said Aguire was wanted in connection with the shooting death of a 28-year-old man that occurred on May 17 near 3141 E. Skelly Drive. Authorities reported that Aguire was booked on complaints of first-degree murder and possession of a firearm after former…

Oklahoma – The Tulsa Police Department arrested a 48-year-old Arkansas fugitive after officers located him beneath a bridge in Tulsa. According to police, officers contacted David Sumpter on May 21 near 1st Street and Peoria Avenue. During the encounter, authorities discovered Sumpter was wanted out of Sebastian County, Arkansas, on a burglary warrant. Officials said Tulsa officers contacted the Arkansas agency connected to the warrant and were informed that authorities intended to extradite Sumpter back to Arkansas to face the charge. Police stated arrangements were being made for his transfer from Oklahoma to Arkansas custody. Authorities noted that the arrest…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a burglary suspect connected to a theft at an apartment complex earlier this month. According to investigators, surveillance cameras captured a man breaking into an apartment and stealing several personal items on May 3, 2026. The incident occurred at the Silverwood Apartments near 25th Street and 87th East Avenue. Police referred to the individual as the “Gorilla Glue Bandit” due to a shirt visible in surveillance images. Authorities released photos of the suspect and are urging anyone who recognizes him to come forward. Officials said tips…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Police Department announced the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect in connection with a strong-arm robbery at a Tulsa vape shop earlier this month. According to investigators, officers responded shortly after 8 p.m. on May 11 to a robbery at the Smoke and Vape Shop located on East 21st Street. Police said the suspect went behind the counter, repeatedly pushed an employee to the ground, and stole approximately $1,200 worth of vape products before fleeing on foot. Detectives with the department’s Robbery Unit later reviewed exterior surveillance footage from a nearby business, which allegedly showed the…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Police Department is investigating a shooting at the Western Pines Apartments that left a 26-year-old man hospitalized in critical condition. According to police, officers were completing reports nearby around 10:28 p.m. on May 15 when they heard approximately 15 gunshots coming from the apartment complex located at 2409 S. Maybelle Ave. Officers immediately responded and found the victim near a playground area suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Additional officers from several shifts arrived to secure the scene while emergency responders transported the victim to a hospital. Investigators said the man had been shot multiple times…

Tulsa, OK – The City of Tulsa joined local partners to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Brush Arbor Grove Dog Park in Downtown Tulsa’s Arts District. According to city officials, the new dog park will be located at the former Legacy Park site and is intended to provide additional recreational space for residents and their pets as Downtown Tulsa continues to grow. Officials said the project aims to address increasing demand for a dedicated area where dogs can run and play closer to home for people living in the downtown area. The city recognized several organizations involved in the…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Fire Department announced an ongoing partnership with the Bixby Fire Department aimed at expanding Mobile Integrated Health services and improving long-term healthcare support for residents in both communities. According to Tulsa Fire officials, the partnership began in February 2026 and includes collaboration between the TFD CARES Team and Bixby firefighters to help connect residents with healthcare resources, follow-up treatment, education, and community support services. Department officials said the initiative is designed to help individuals receive appropriate long-term care while reducing unnecessary emergency room visits and repeated 911 calls. This week, both departments highlighted the early…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Fire Department responded to a second apartment fire at Eaton Square Apartments near 61st Street and South Memorial Drive after officials said both fires at the property were caused by improperly discarded smoking materials. According to the department, crews from Station 28 and other District 5 units responded to the fire around 3 p.m. The blaze was spreading between the second and third floors when firefighters arrived. Firefighters evacuated the building and brought the fire under control, limiting damage to approximately three apartments. Officials said no serious injuries were reported. The department noted that crews…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Police Department in Oklahoma recently took part in a community donation and safety event held at Old Navy, supporting the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). According to the department, members of its Se-ual Predator Investigations/Digital Evidence Recovery (SPIDER) Unit attended the event alongside Electronic Storage Detection K-9 Ripley, as well as personnel from Tulsa Fire and EMSA. Officials said NCMEC works to help prevent child abductions, recover missing children, and combat child exploitation and victimization. During the event, shoppers had the opportunity to meet K-9 Ripley and learn online safety tips aimed…

Tulsa, OK – The City of Tulsa has officially launched major revitalization projects at Chamberlain Park and Berry Park, marking the start of construction aimed at expanding recreational spaces in North Tulsa. City officials, including Mayor Monroe Nichols, District 1 Councilor Vanessa Hall-Harper, and Parks Director Anna America, joined representatives from Crossland Construction, the George Kaiser Family Foundation, and local residents for a groundbreaking ceremony held at the Jane A. Malone Center in Chamberlain Park. According to the city, Chamberlain Park will undergo a 15-acre renovation featuring a new basketball pavilion, playground, community garden, picnic shelters, and nearly one mile of…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Fire Department in Oklahoma responded to an apartment fire near East 71st Street and South Yale Avenue after crews were dispatched just after 6:30 earlier in the day. According to the department, firefighters from Station 28 and other responding units arrived quickly and were able to contain the fire to a single apartment unit. Officials said the fire began while residents were cooking with oil, when the pan ignited and quickly got out of control. All occupants inside the apartment complex were able to evacuate safely, and no injuries were reported. Fire crews noted that…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Police Department has recognized Detective Aubrey Williams as the 2026 Police Officer of the Year, an honor presented by the Rotary Club of Tulsa during the Above and Beyond Awards Ceremony. Officials said Williams received the award for her work with the department’s Sexual Predator Investigation and Digital Evidence Recovery Unit (SPIDER), where she has spent the past two years investigating individuals who exploit children online. According to the department, Williams has served with the Tulsa Police Department for six years and later became the handler for an electronic device detection K-9. Through extensive training…

Tulsa, OK – Tulsa Police Officers responded on May 3, 2026, at approximately 7 p.m. to a reported shooting at a residence near 27th Street and 103rd East Avenue, according to officials. Upon arrival, officers found multiple witnesses detaining 21-year-old Darwin Vasquez-Barrios and took him into custody without incident. Authorities said the victim was located in the backyard of the home with a gunshot wound to the head and was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators with the Tulsa Police Department’s Homicide Unit are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Vasquez-Barrios was arrested and booked into the Tulsa…

Tulsa, OK – Officers with the Tulsa Police Department K-9 Unit took part in the “Rock & Rescue” adoption event held over the weekend at Expo Square, highlighting the role of police service dogs and connecting with the community. According to the department, Officers Anderson and Kite represented the K-9 Unit during the event, where they spoke with attendees and participated in a question-and-answer session. The officers discussed how K-9 partners are selected, their training process, and differences between their work roles and home life. The event also included a demonstration featuring K-9 Nico, showcasing the capabilities of the department’s…

Tulsa, OK – Officers, city leaders, families, and community members gathered over the weekend for the 29th annual Tulsa Police Memorial service and candlelight vigil honoring fallen officers. The annual event recognizes the 41 Tulsa Police Department officers who have died in the line of duty. Officials said the service is held each year to remember their sacrifice and support surviving families and colleagues. During the ceremony, Tulsa Police Chief Larsen, Mayor Monroe Nichols, and Public Safety Commissioner Laurel Roberts were among those who spoke, reflecting on the legacy and service of the department’s fallen officers. State Rep. Ross Ford…