A large party in Tulsa took a perilous turn early Saturday morning when multiple shooters opened fire, leaving several injured but with all injuries reported as non-life threatening. The chaotic scene occurred around 12:45 a.m. at a commercial building near 122nd East Avenue and Admiral, where hundreds of teenagers had gathered for the event.
Officers responding to the sounds of gunfire found an alarming situation with juveniles scrambling as chaos erupted. Authorities have pointed out a worrying trend of such unsupervised gatherings that often escalate into violence and involve weapons and drugs.
Sgt. JB Shelton from the Tulsa Police conveyed a crucial message to parents: “From police department to parents — we know you’re doing a good job, but please keep your kids at home, away from these parties. We just want your kids to be safe.” This underscores a community effort to keep young people safe as these parties become increasingly risky.
While police determined that there was no ongoing threat to the public, they are still piecing together the events surrounding the shooting and urge anyone with information to reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS.
Efforts like these highlight the community’s call for awareness and safety, aiming to prevent future incidents and ensure a secure environment for youth gatherings.