On the evening of June 11, 2021, Larry McDowell, a 28-year-old Black male, was at an outdoor gathering in southwest Oklahoma City when his life was tragically cut short. The incident unfolded in the 6200 block of S. Douglas Avenue, near Western Avenue and SW 59th Street. It was here that an unknown individual or individuals began firing into the crowd of people.
The chaotic scene left three people struck by gunfire.
Larry McDowell was pronounced dead at the scene, while two other individuals sustained injuries. These two victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment and were subsequently released. The motive for the shooting remains unclear to investigators.
In the wake of the deadly shooting, the Oklahoma City Police Department launched a homicide investigation. Despite their efforts, no arrests have been made in connection with the death of Larry McDowell. The case remains an active investigation, and authorities have publicly stated that they believe there are people with information that could be crucial to solving the case. Law enforcement has urged anyone with knowledge of the incident to contact the homicide tip line. The case remains unsolved, and there are no publicly identified suspects.
