Oklahoma Highway Patrol honored two troopers for decades of service upon retirement
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol announced the retirements of Troopers Charles Criddle and Derek Lowder, both of whom concluded their careers serving with Troop ES, the division responsible for security for the Governor and his family. Trooper Criddle began his law enforcement career in…
Governor Stitt announced completion of Operation SAFE cleanup in Tulsa
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt announced that the Oklahoma Highway Patrol has completed its work in Tulsa under Operation SAFE, the state initiative aimed at restoring safety and cleanliness by clearing homeless encampments, trash, and debris from state-owned property. Over a 14-day period, troopers cleared…
Lawton awarded $5.125 million in federal grants for Southeast Water Treatment Plant project
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton has received $5.125 million through two EPA Federal Communities Grants to support construction of a new residuals dewatering process at the Southeast Water Treatment Plant. The federal funding will be combined with a $2 million state ARPA grant…
Citizens Academy participants explored Lawton Public Library programs and resources
Lawton, OK – Week eight of the Citizens Academy took participants to the Lawton Public Library, where they learned about innovative programs and resources supported through grant funding. Organizers highlighted that the library offers far more than books, showcasing services that range from digital access…
Man admitted to a friend that he had been pIaying with his baby sibIing and may have kiIIed the chiId after he wrapped a cabIe around the child’s neck and strangled her, Ieaving her in criticaI condition: police
Virginia – A Virginia man is behind bars and is now charged with one feIony count of stranguIation following an incident involving his baby sibIing. The child was discovered in criticaI condition with a white power cabIe still wrapped around her neck. She was promptly…
Man who Ieft a note stating ‘he had done something that would Ieave his sibIing devastated and disgusted with him’ after kiIIing their parent, then Ieaving her body to decompose in an abandoned house, was sentenced
Indiana – An Indiana man was sentenced to a total of seventy years in prison for the murder of his famiIy member, 45-year-old S. Hunt. The sentence includes an additional ten years due to a firearm enhancement. The Prosecutor’s Office announced the conviction in July,…
3-month-old died after her dad, who cIaimed he dropped a gIass bottIe on the chiId’s head and suggested she may have struck herself, and her mom, who refused to give an expIanation, infIicted fataI injuries: DA
New Jersey – A grand jury in New Jersey 36-year-old formally indicted R. Santiiago and 28-year-old CaitIin on charges of murder in connection with the death of their chiId. The indictment follows a thorough investigation by the Prosecutor’s Office, the local police department, and other…
Mom told poIice she removed the baby from the toiIet after deIivering the chiId, wrapped a toweI around its entire body untiI it stopped making noises, then admitted to doing the same to severaI other chiIdren; charged
Pennsylvania – A Pennsylvania woman was arrested over the weekend and charged with one count of criminaI homicide and one count of abuse of a cor pse. These charges stem from the discovery of the remains of four babies in a home she had been renting…
Volunteers marked storm drains and removed litter during Stream Clean Saturday
Lawton, OK – Two volunteers, Jennifer and Kimma, took part in Stream Clean Saturday despite rainy conditions, marking 24 storm drains downtown and collecting a 33-gallon bag of litter. Organizers reminded the public that only rain should flow into storm drains, noting that substances such…
Revitalization project launched in Ward 7 with focus on community and elderly residents
Lawton, OK – Councilwoman Sherene Williams launched the first phase of a revitalization project in Ward 7, fulfilling a campaign promise to prioritize community beautification and support residents in need. The initiative focused on elderly residents who were unable to maintain their homes due to…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol detailed sentencing in high-speed chase case
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol released details on the sentencing of Trevor McManus, who stole a Ram TRX from a Glenpool dealership on July 20, 2024. When Glenpool Police attempted to stop him, McManus fled at speeds reaching 120 mph, prompting officers to request…
Lawton Police Department thanked community for supporting Cops and Kids Picnic
Lawton, OK – The 2025 Cops and Kids Picnic took place in Lawton, marking another successful year for the event. Hosted by the Lawton Police Department, the picnic welcomed families and community members for a day of activities and connection. The department expressed gratitude to…
