In Oklahoma City, on the evening of Monday, April 13, 2026, a fatal shooting incident claimed the life of 50-year-old Erick Edwards Sr. The event marked the city's 21st homicide of the year.
The shooting occurred shortly before 10:00 p.m. at an apartment complex located in the vicinity of SE 15th Street and S. High Avenue. Responding to reports of gunfire, Oklahoma City police officers discovered Edwards at the scene with a gunshot wound.
He was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
According to investigators, neighbors reported hearing an argument or some form of altercation just before the gunshots rang out. Despite these initial witness accounts, the police have not yet identified any suspects in the shooting. As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the death of Erick Edwards Sr. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have stated that they anticipate it will require a significant amount of time to complete. The police are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to contact their Homicide Tip Line.