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A deadly shooting outside a business near SW 25th Street and S Hudson Avenue shook an Oklahoma City neighborhood early Sunday, leaving one person dead and four others wounded, city police said. The incident, which began with an argument that escalated to gunfire, has prompted a heavy police response and an active investigation.
Oklahoma City Police Department officials confirmed the confrontation led to multiple shots being fired shortly after midnight. When officers arrived, they found one victim with fatal injuries and four additional people suffering from wounds that range from non-critical to critical.
Police response and investigation
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OKCPD PIO told reporters detectives processed the scene through the morning, collecting evidence and speaking with witnesses. Investigators have not released the identities of the victims or detailed motives, and said they are still determining the sequence of events that produced the shooting.
Officers remained at the location for several hours, preserving the crime scene and canvassing nearby businesses for surveillance footage. Police said it was too early to confirm any arrests and asked anyone with information to contact investigators.
What we know so far
- Location: Near SW 25th St & S Hudson Ave, Oklahoma City
- Timing: Early Sunday morning (police gave the timeline as shortly after midnight)
- Casualties: One person killed; four others wounded (injuries reported between non-critical and critical)
- Cause: Police say an argument escalated to shots fired near a business
- Investigation: Active; officers collecting evidence and seeking witnesses
Residents in the area reported a large police presence and temporary traffic restrictions as crews worked. Authorities urged anyone who saw the incident or who may have video to come forward to help piece together what happened.
The Oklahoma City Police Department said updates will be provided as investigators develop more information. For now, detectives are focusing on witness statements and available video to identify those involved and establish a clear timeline.
