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Francisco Simon Tanajara

Case from Oklahoma City, OK dated Apr 01, 2023

Victim Details

Francisco Simon Tanajara

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Oklahoma City

OK

2023-04-01

38

Francisco

Simon Tanajara

07/04/2026

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On the evening of April 1, 2023, Francisco Simon Tanajara, a 38-year-old Hispanic male, was fatally shot at the Whiskey Barrel Saloon located at 4120 Newcastle Road in southwest Oklahoma City. The incident, which occurred around 8:57 PM, escalated from an altercation between several biker gangs inside the bar, resulting in a chaotic exchange of gunfire.

Tragically, Tanajara was one of three individuals who lost their lives that night. The other deceased victims were identified as Eric Obe ...
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  • Oklahoma City Free Press: OKC biker bar shootout update - 3 dead, 3 wounded, 3 booked
  • KOKH: OKCPD: Triple killing at Whiskey Barrel Saloon stemmed from biker gang fight
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