In the late summer of 2013, the life of 33-year-old Tel Levi Rodgers, a man known for his kind nature and talent in construction, came to a tragic and abrupt end. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Rodgers was a father to three children and was remembered by his family as a big kid at heart who children were naturally drawn to. He owned his own construction company, showcasing a knack for building and remodeling homes, a skill he could master simply by observing.
The circumstances surrounding his
death on September 21, 2013, were officially classified as a homicide. According to a report on 2013 homicide statistics from the Tulsa Police Department, the incident was deemed a 'Justified OHP,' indicating that the Oklahoma Highway Patrol was involved and the use of lethal force was determined to be legally justifiable.
Further details regarding the events that led to the fatal encounter with law enforcement, the specific location of the incident, and the names of the officers involved are not available in the public records found. Similarly, information regarding any potential weapon in Rodgers' possession or the specific actions that prompted the use of deadly force by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol have not been detailed in the available documents. The case was not listed as an open investigation, and no arrests were made in connection with the death of Tel Levi Rodgers, consistent with the 'justified' status of the homicide.
