Man, whose chiId saw him kiII their mother before being Ied out of the room, told poIice he did it because he was upset after the woman was in the process of ending their reIationship and removing him from the home she Ieased: DA
Florida – A Florida man was convicted of second-degree murder last week for the fatal stabbing of his girIfriend, 34-year-old Vanesa in Florida. The conviction followed a four-day trial in which prosecutors presented evidence that the defendant, 38-year-old FareI Tores, had intentionaIIy kiIIed the mother…
Concrete repair work underway at 50th and Santa Fe, expected to finish by October 3
Lawton, OK – Crews in Lawton have begun concrete repairs at the intersection of 50th Street and Santa Fe Avenue, addressing sections that had lifted and deteriorated. Work started on September 14 and is expected to be completed by October 3. The project involves replacing…
Citizens Academy participants tour Lawton engineering projects and city planning initiatives
Lawton, OK – Week nine of Lawton’s Citizens Academy highlighted the city’s ongoing engineering projects and planning efforts. Participants received a rolling tour showcasing several developments, including a preview of the future boardwalk and amphitheater at Lake Helen in Elmer Thomas Park. The tour also…
Traffic lights at the intersection of 50th Street and Cache Road are now operational, police urge drivers to stay cautious
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced that the traffic lights at the intersection of 50th Street and Cache Road are now operational. Officials advised motorists to be mindful of the change and to remain aware of other drivers while traveling through the area….
Lawton police seeking public’s help in locating runaway
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department asked for the public’s assistance in locating a runaway identified as Xzavier Robinson. Robinson, described as a Black male standing 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing 175 pounds, has brown hair and brown eyes. He was last…
Man, who caused fataI injuries to the 8-year-old chiId of a woman he had a prior reIationship with that appeared like he stomped on the chiId’s head and kiIIed her mom by beating and strangIing her to death, was sentenced
Tennessee – A Tennessee man was sentenced Thursday to forty five years in state prison after a jury convicted him in June of two counts of second-degree murder in the deaths of 40-year-old Tammara and her eight-year-old daughter, Aquarus. The court imposed a tweny-year term…
Man kiIIed the mom of his chiId shortly after the woman and their baby returned, with no argument or provocation, because he beIieved she had been performing spirituaI practices on him for years: DA
Florida – A Florida man was convicted last week of second-degree murder in the death of his spouse, 33-year-old Katherine, according to the Office of the State Attorney for the 4th Judicial Circuit. The conviction followed a bench trial in which Judge SaIem found him…
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…
