Oklahoma City, OK – An Oklahoma City Police officer, Shamar Kitchens, was arrested on Saturday in Canadian County on a series of serious criminal charges. Kitchens, who was taken into custody over the weekend, is facing allegations that include first-degree rape, forcible sodomy, and rape by instrumentation.
The charges against Kitchens also include pointing a firearm or weapon at another person, domestic assault and battery, and threatening to perform an act of violence. Following his arrest, Kitchens was released on bond, though the terms of his release and the amount of bond set have not been publicly disclosed.
At this time, authorities have not revealed further details surrounding the arrest or the specific circumstances that led to the charges. The investigation remains ongoing, and police have not provided additional comments regarding the case.
Kitchens’ arrest has raised concerns within the Oklahoma City Police Department, and local officials have promised a thorough review of the situation. As of now, Kitchens is no longer listed in the department’s active duty roster.
The case is expected to draw further attention in the coming days as more information becomes available.
