Four people have been shot during a high school football game in Choctaw, Oklahoma, where an officer also fired a weapon, according to authorities. The incident took place on Friday night at a game between Choctaw High School and Del City High School. Police responded to a report of a shooting at around 10:30 p.m., with the victims being transported to a hospital to receive treatment for their gunshot wounds. It is unknown at this time whether the victims were students, and the conditions of three of them are not yet known. One victim was treated for a thigh wound and subsequently released. Additionally, one person was treated for a possible broken leg.
The Choctaw Police Chief, Kelly Marshall, stated that a male suspect left the scene and is currently not in custody. Although the exact number of shooters is unknown, witnesses reported seeing two muzzle flashes during the incident. The Del City Police Chief, Loyd Berger, revealed that off-duty Del City officers were present at the game providing security, and one of them fired their weapon but was unharmed. The Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office will handle the investigation into the officer’s involvement in the shooting.
Multiple law enforcement agencies, including the sheriff’s office, the highway patrol, and community police agencies, responded to the scene to assist with the large crime scene. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to gather more information about the incident.
This unfortunate event has raised concerns about safety at public gatherings, particularly high school sporting events. Incidents like this remind us of the importance of security measures and the need for increased vigilance to prevent such incidents in the future. As the investigation progresses, it is crucial that authorities take the necessary steps to hold those responsible accountable for their actions. Our thoughts go out to the victims and their families, and we hope for their swift recovery.
As this story continues to develop, we will keep our readers informed with the latest updates. Stay tuned for more details as they become available.
