In the early morning hours of March 14, 2021, a heated argument at the America's Best Value Inn in Tulsa, Oklahoma, escalated to a fatal conclusion, ending the life of 28-year-old Kyle Eugene Buck. The altercation resulted in Buck being shot in the upper torso. Despite the immediate response of emergency services, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the shooting, which occurred near Memorial and East 31st Street.
This tragic event marked the city of Tulsa's 10th homicide of the year.
Kyle Buck, a resident of Tulsa, was a laborer in the commercial construction industry. He was a father to his son, Kaizen Buck. Born in Sperry, Oklahoma, he was known for his love of music and his dedication to his family. His sudden and violent death left his parents, numerous siblings, and his young son to mourn his loss.
In a surprising turn of events, the individual responsible for the shooting did not remain at large for long. Shortly after fleeing the hotel, the suspect contacted the Tulsa Police Department. In that phone call, he admitted to his involvement in the shooting. Following his confession, he surrendered to the authorities without incident. Homicide detectives took the suspect into custody for questioning as they continued their investigation into the circumstances that led to the deadly confrontation. Information regarding the suspect's identity and the specific charges filed were not made widely available in the immediate aftermath as the investigation proceeded.
