City of Lawton to temporarily close 11th Street at Wolf Creek Bridges for emergency repairs
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton will temporarily close 11th Street at the Wolf Creek Bridges, just south of I-44, starting March 31, 2025, to allow for emergency repairs. The decision comes after an inspection by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) identified structural concerns…
Lawton Police Department hosts motorcycle safety course, with numerous riders participating to sharpen their skills
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department recently hosted a motorcycle safety course, drawing numerous riders eager to enhance their skills and road awareness. As warmer weather approaches, officials stress the importance of safety for both motorcyclists and other drivers. With an increase in motorcycle…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol responds to unusual situation on Turner Turnpike involving truck and trailer supported by furniture dollies
Oklahoma – On March 22, Trooper Joe Spears #631 responded to a truck and trailer on the Turner Turnpike at the Kellyville exit. The driver was using furniture dollies to support his trailer, which was clearly ineffective. The driver was ticketed for driving with a…
Governor Stitt orders comprehensive ban on DeepSeek for all state-owned devices, citing significant security risks and compliance concerns
Oklahoma – Governor Stitt has directed the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) to review the program DeepSeek and provide a recommendation regarding its use on state devices. After a thorough evaluation, the State of Oklahoma has decided to ban DeepSeek on all state-owned…
Lawton Police Department hosts 2024 awards ceremony, honors outstanding officers and civilians for their service
Lawton, OK – Earlier this week, the Lawton Police Department hosted the 2024 Awards Ceremony at City Hall. The department extends its gratitude to the families, friends, and city officials who attended to celebrate the dedication and hard work of the award winners. The Lawton…
Mom refused to seek medical attention for her baby even after knowing that the child ingested medcation her husband left open because she feared her children would be taken away, resulting in her death; charges
Oklahoma – An Oklahoma man and woman were taken into custody and charged with first-degree murder and felony child neglect following the death of their baby earlier this month. At the beginning of March, deputies responded to a report of an unresponsive child at the…
Child, with a habit of drinking her parent’s aIcohol, which he claims he can’t control, was allowed by him to have a man stay in her room and even gave him ‘protection’ not to get her prgnant; charges
Missouri – A Florida man and a Missouri parent are behind bars, facing multiple charges following allegations of se-ual abuse involving the older man’s child. Both defendants have been indicted on several offenses related to the alleged incidents. The investigation began when deputies responded to…
Governor Stitt moves to intervene in Creek Nation lawsuit against City of Tulsa over enforcement of municipal laws
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has filed a motion to intervene in *Muscogee Creek Nation v. City of Tulsa*, a lawsuit challenging the city’s authority to enforce municipal laws, including traffic laws, against tribal members. The case raises questions about Tulsa’s police powers, which…
Lawton police investigate early morning shooting on SW Sheridan Avenue
Lawton, OK – Lawton police are investigating a shooting that occurred just after midnight on March 20, 2025. Officers from the department’s Uniform Division responded to a call at 609 SW Sheridan Avenue, where they located a victim who was transported to the hospital for…
LPD’s Traffic Unit investigates collision involving vehicle and motorized scooter at 53rd and Meadowbrook
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department’s Traffic Unit is investigating a collision between a vehicle and an individual on a motorized scooter. The incident occurred at approximately 12:02 p.m. Thursday afternoon at the intersection of 53rd Street and Meadowbrook. One person was transported to…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol seeks public assistance in fatal crash investigation on I-35
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a trailer involved in a fatal crash on Interstate 35 in Logan County. On March 18 at approximately 2:44 p.m., a Jeep was traveling southbound on I-35 near Industrial…
Troopers assist with inmate evacuation after fire at Pushmataha County jail
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers responded to a fire at the Pushmataha County jail and offices, working alongside other agencies to assist in evacuating inmates. The incident required a coordinated effort between law enforcement and fire crews to ensure the safety of those inside…
