Norman Police Investigate Homicide & Officer-Involved Shooting

The Norman Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 300 block of E. Comanche Street just after 6 p.m. on Thursday. Upon arrival, officers encountered an armed individual believed to be involved in the initial shooting. The suspect refused to comply with officer commands and fired at officers who returned fire shooting the suspect. The suspect was transported to an area hospital where they are currently receiving treatment. 

Two victims with gunshot wounds were also located nearby. One victim died as a result of injuries sustained during the initial shooting incident involving the suspect. A second victim was transported to an area hospital where they are being treated for injuries sustained during the incident. At this time, NPD is not actively looking for any additional involved parties or vehicles.

The officers involved in the shooting incident have been placed on routine administrative assignment pending the outcome of the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the Norman Police Department at 405-321-1444. This incident is an active investigation by the NPD Criminal Investigations Division. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.