In the quiet town of Clinton, Oklahoma, the life of 27-year-old Deshawn Wooden was tragically cut short on Sunday, November 10, 2019. On that day, he and another individual, 24-year-old Gabrielle Hawthorn, were found deceased, both victims of gun violence. The discovery of their bodies prompted an immediate investigation by local law enforcement.
Deshawn, known to be a resident of Clinton, was remembered in his obituary as a graduate of Clinton High School, class of 2011.
His funeral services were held on Monday, November 18, 2019, at the Bethany Baptist Church, followed by his burial in the Clinton Cemetery. He was a father and was described by those who knew him as a great person.
In the wake of the double homicide, the Clinton Police Department, with the assistance of the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, began working to piece together the events that led to the deaths of Deshawn Wooden and Gabrielle Hawthorn. Initial news reports indicated that the investigation was in its early stages, with authorities actively seeking leads and information from the public.
Despite the ongoing investigation, publicly available information has not revealed any details regarding any arrests made or suspects identified in connection with the deaths of Deshawn Wooden and Gabrielle Hawthorn. The case remains a somber moment for the Clinton community as they continue to seek answers and justice for the untimely loss of two of their own.
