homicide – Ponca City Now

Stacy Drake to stand trial in Oklahoma double homicide linked to nationwide killing spree

Wednesday, May 7 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. -Stacy Lee Drake, suspect in four murders in multiple states, was back in an Oklahoma courtroom Tuesday for a second and final day of preliminary hearings. The court reviewed evidence in a double murder case that has gripped Sequoyah County for nearly a year. Victims' Families Push for Justice Drake is charged with... Read More.

Mexican national in Catoosa indicted for unlawful reentry in U.S. after infant homicide

Friday, April 25 by KTUL

CATOOSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A Mexican national who was deported after serving time for the death of his own baby was arrested in Catoosa and indicted for unlawfully reentering the United States.In 1994, Carlos Ambriz Estrada pleaded guilty to deliberate homicide. He is now charged with unlawful reentry of a removed alien after having been... Read More.

Four Arrested in Connection With Osage County Homicide

Monday, March 10 by News 6

PAWHUSKA, Okla. -Osage County deputies have now arrested four people in connection with a homicide at Bluestem Lake near Pawhuska.The Osage County Sheriff says the shooting happened at a birthday party. LATEST FROM INVESTIGATORS Bart Perrier, the Sheriff, says deputies are continuing to interview dozens of witnesses.“There were numerous witnesses; we got 20 to... Read More.

OCSO Seeks Public Help in Bluestem Lake Homicide Case; Suspect in Custody

Saturday, March 8 by KTUL

Update: The victim is an adultOSAGE COUNTY, OKLA (KTUL) — Deputies with the Osage County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) responded to a reported shooting at Bluestem Lake.The incident occurred during a juvenile birthday party.According to OCSO, alcohol was present at the party.Caleb Andrews, also known as “Laylo,” was identified as a suspect in the murder of... Read More.

Osage County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Juvenile Homicide Near Pawhuska Saturday

Saturday, March 8 by Ponca City Now

Homicide Update from the Ponca City Police Department

Tuesday, August 1 by Lyman James

PONCA CITY- On July 31st, at 3:32 am, the Ponca City 911 Center received a call of a structure fire in the 900 block of E. Maple Avenue. Ponca City Fire Units and Ponca City Police Units responded. At 3:42 am, the Fire Department reported finding a person deceased in the residence. Foul play was... Read More.

Two suspects involved in Sunday homicide arrested

Wednesday, April 13 by Lyman James

Ponca City Police reported that the two suspects involved in the Sunday homicide at 350 South Birch. The victim, Shawn Wood, 29, died Sunday evening at AllianceHealth Ponca City due to gunshot wounds. Logan Peters and Martha Yahola were arrested shortly after 11 a.m. Tuesday at 420 S. Palm. Probable murder charges are pending in Kay... Read More.

Reward offered by OSBI following February 2020 double homicide in Red Rock

Thursday, March 3 by Lyman James

After a two-year investigation, the person found dead inside a burning home in Red Rock has now been identified, along with a second victim.According to KWTV, OSBI stated that Bobby and Ruby "Fey" Ratliff were married and had lived in that home for more than 30-years. Investigators say the two were shot before someone... Read More.

Ponca City man facing $5 million bond and upcoming court appearance after homicide

Tuesday, July 21 by Lyman James

Jerry Harris, 66, of Ponca City is facing a $5 million bond after committing 1st degree homicide last Friday at around 1 p.m. in the 500 block of West Liberty.Harris is accused of strangling his wife, Kathleen Jones, 55, who was later pronounced dead at AllianceHealth Ponca City. Harris told police to arrest him... Read More.

Ponca City man arrested after committing 1st Degree Homicide on Friday

Monday, July 20 by Lyman James

The Ponca City News is reporting that at approximately 12:49 p.m.. on Friday, Ponca City Police responded to a call about a domestic disturbance in the 500 block of West Liberty Avenue.Linda Kathleen Jones, 55, was transported to AllianceHealth Ponca City where she was later pronounced dead. Jerry L. Harris, 66, of Ponca City... Read More.

Four Individuals Now In Custody In Connection To Recent Homicide

Wednesday, January 29 by Lyman James

PONCA CITY - Four individuals are now in custody in connection to the death of Shon Delodge, 20, that happened Thursday night in the 1200 block of N. Oak in Ponca City. Pursuit to Ponca City Police's investigation into the shooting death of Delodge, the following people have been arrested and charged: A 17 year old... Read More.