Shooting, Tragedy at Tulsa Waterside Apartments: 61-Year-Old Myrna Daniels Identified as Victim of Fatal Shooting; Suspect Brent Austin Dean Arrested and Charged with First-Degree Murder”.
A devastating shooting incident occurred at the Tulsa Waterside Apartments on Wednesday, claiming the life of 61-year-old Myrna Daniels. The Tulsa Police Department has named Daniels as the victim of the fatal shooting, which prompted a lockdown at a nearby school and a prolonged standoff with the suspect.
The shooting was reported at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, with multiple calls to police regarding a shooting at the apartment complex near 17th and Southwest Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers discovered Daniels inside an apartment, and she was promptly transported to the hospital, where she unfortunately succumbed to her injuries.
The suspect, identified as Brent Austin Dean, refused to exit the apartment, leading to a standoff that lasted several hours. Tulsa Police Captain Richard Meulenberg stated that patrol officers surrounded the area and issued verbal commands via the PA system, but Dean refused to come out. The intense situation prompted Eugene Field Elementary, a nearby school, to implement a lockdown, which was lifted once Dean was apprehended.
Dean was taken into custody and booked into Tulsa County jail without bond on charges including two counts of pointing a deadly weapon, shooting with intent to kill, and first-degree murder. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with police working to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
Myrna Daniels’ family and friends are left to grapple with the devastating loss, and the community comes together to support those affected by this senseless act of violence. The Tulsa Police Department is committed to ensuring justice is served and providing updates as the investigation unfolds.
The fatal shooting at Tulsa Waterside Apartments serves as a stark reminder of the importance of community engagement and cooperation with law enforcement. By working together, we can strive towards creating a safer and more just society for all.
As the investigation continues, the Tulsa Police Department urges anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward and contact them. The community is also encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
In the face of tragedy, the people of Tulsa come together to support one another and honor the memory of Myrna Daniels. May her legacy serve as a catalyst for positive change and a reminder of the preciousness of life.
