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Oklahoma City police say a man was fatally shot near Interstate 240 and Walker Service Road on June 18, and a suspect has since been taken into custody. The case, now treated as a homicide, has left investigators seeking answers about what led to the deadly encounter and is prompting an appeal for tips from the public.
Officers who arrived at the scene found the victim, identified by authorities as Devin Brewer, lying in a nearby field with a gunshot wound to the head. Responders pronounced Brewer dead at the location.
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Police announced the arrest of Charles Yanez in connection with the shooting. Yanez faces multiple charges, including a count of First Degree Murder, according to the Oklahoma City Police Department.
Investigators have not released a motive or a sequence of events leading up to the shooting. Officials say additional details will be shared when they are available as the inquiry continues.
What authorities are asking the public
Detectives are urging anyone who may have seen activity near I-240 and Walker Service Road on the night of the shooting, or who has other relevant information, to contact the department’s homicide tip line.
- Tip line: (405) 297-1200
- Incident location: Near Interstate 240 & Walker Service Road, Oklahoma City
- Date: June 18
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Victim | Devin Brewer |
| Suspect | Charles Yanez (arrested) |
| Charges | Multiple counts, including First Degree Murder |
| Investigation status | Active homicide probe |
| Contact | Homicide Tip Line: (405) 297-1200 |
The department has emphasized that the case remains under active investigation and that officials will release further information when it can be verified. For residents near the scene, the arrest may offer some immediate relief, but unanswered questions about motive and circumstances remain.
Journalists and the public alike are advised to watch for official updates from the Oklahoma City Police Department as the investigation progresses.
