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4 days ago
- Health
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Police searching for suspect after Oklahoma City weekend homicide
Oklahoma authorities are searching for a suspect in a murder who they believe was last seen trying to flee the state. At 4:40 p.m. on Friday, May 23, the Oklahoma City Police Department responded to a reported stabbing near 1700 S Robinson Ave. There, officers found Richard Curnett, 56, stabbed to death, according to police reports. After conducting investigations, the OKCPD identified River Curnett, 26, as a suspect. Police interviewed his mother, Deborah Curnett, who said Richard Curnett was her first cousin, and the two "stayed together for about 16 years," according to an affidavit. The three of them lived in several tents at the same homeless encampment, court documents say. According to an affidavit, Deborah informed officers that River suffers from "severe mental health problems like multiple personalities and is a violent person." She also said that River believed Deborah and Richard "were in a romantic relationship, and River did not like that." Deborah told police River had prior violent incidents with family members, "never liked" Richard, and had stabbed him in the neck in the past, according to the affidavit. When the incident occurred, Deborah told police that she screamed and attempted to stop River, which resulted in a laceration to her hand, court documents state. Documents state that Deborah and another witness claim River "had been planning to do this." Police say River Curnett fled the scene on foot and was last seen near Will Rogers Airport attempting to leave the state. He has yet to be charged. According to court documents, River Curnett has been accused of the following: Murder, 1st Degree Domestic Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon Police ask the public to call 911 if they see River Curnett, and do not approach him as he may or may not be armed. The public may also submit tips to local authorities online or by calling (405) 235-7300 or the Homicide Tip Line at (405) 297-1200. This story was updated to add new information. This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: OKC police searching for suspect after alleged homicide over weekend
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Victim identified in fatal stabbing in SE Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The Oklahoma City Police Department has identified the victim in a fatal stabbing. Officials say officers responded to the area of SE 20th St. and Shields Blvd. around 5 p.m. on Friday, May 23. Upon arrival, they found the victim, 55-year-old Richard Curnett, stabbed to death. RELATED STORY: Police searching for suspect in fatal SE Oklahoma City stabbing Police have also identified the suspect as River Curnett and a warrant has been issued for his arrest. He has not yet been arrested. If seen, do not approach and call 911. The investigation is still ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact OKC Crime Stoppers by calling 405-235-7300 or the Homicide Tip Line at 405-297-1200. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Yahoo
Police identify victim in deadly NW Oklahoma City shooting
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Police have identified the victim after a deadly shooting in northwest Oklahoma City Wednesday night. According to the Oklahoma City Police Department, officers responded to an apartment complex near Classen Blvd. and NW 16th St. around 9 p.m. ORIGINAL STORY: Police investigating homicide in northwest Oklahoma City Upon arrival, officers found the victim, 21-year-old Malik Wilson, who had been shot. He was taken to a nearby hospital where he died. 'Not sure on the number of suspects yet, like I said, there were people outside so we're still trying to piece together witness statements and other things to conclude what kind of suspect information we may have.' said OKCPD. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide Tip Line at 405-297-1200. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Yahoo
OKCPD investigating three deaths, injuries after multiple incidents this weekend
Oklahoma City police are currently investigating three homicides after a series of incidents occurred this weekend. All incidents occurred over roughly six hours from Friday night into Saturday morning. The suspects in two of the incidents remain unknown. The Oklahoman is not publishing the suspects' names because they have not yet been formally charged. Just before 10 p.m. on Friday, OKCPD responded to reports of a person struck by a vehicle. When authorities arrived at the scene at NE 7 and Missouri, they learned Tamireyahna Warren, 16, was at a gathering when a 19-year-old suspect 'intentionally ran Warren over with her vehicle' and fled the scene, according to an OKCPD news release. She later died at an area hospital. The suspect was later arrested during a traffic stop and booked on a first-degree murder complaint. Early Saturday at 12:12 a.m., police responded to a concert hall at S Portland and SW 20 after reports of a fight and large crowd. When officers arrived, it was revealed that Tommy Benson, 48, was struck in the head by a chair. He was transported to an area hospital where he later died, according to OKCPD. No suspects have been identified, nor have any arrests been made. At 4:05 a.m. Saturday, OKC police responded to NW 10 and MacArthur where two victims had been shot. Investigators learned there was an altercation in the parking lot, which led to gunfire. Both victims were transported to a hospital, where one victim was pronounced dead. The status of the second has not been revealed at this time. A third victim showed up at a hospital the following day with non-life-threatening injuries. No arrests have been made. The victim's names are currently withheld pending notification of next-of-kin. If anyone has any information regarding the above incidents, OKCPD asks to contact the Homicide Tip Line at 405-297-1200. This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: OKC police investigating three weekend homicides
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Yahoo
OKC police: Two teens shot and killed Sunday
Two teens were killed in what appear to be unrelated shootings Sunday, according to Oklahoma City police. Just after 3 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in an apartment complex in the 7200 block of NW 122. While officers were on the scene, police dispatch received a call that a shooting victim, identified as Kayden Haywood, 16, had arrived at Love Family Women's Center on the campus of Mercy Hospital. Haywood was pronounced dead at the center. Police said it is unclear what led to the shooting. As of early Monday, there were no arrests. About 10:43 p.m. Sunday, police responded to a shooting call and reports of a person struck by gunfire in the 4300 block of SE 46. Police said Jashaun Cheatom, 16, was found in a breezeway just outside of an apartment. Cheatom was taken to OU Medical Center, where he died from his injuries, police said. No arrests have been made. Police said the investigations are in the early stages, but the two homicides do not appear to be linked. 'Right now, there is no evidence that the two were related,' Police Master Sgt. Gary Knight said. Anyone with information related to the homicides is urged to call the Homicide Tip Line at 405-297-1200. This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: OKC police investigating homicides involving two teenagers
