In the small town of Valliant, Oklahoma, a life was tragically cut short on a Saturday, leaving a family and community in mourning. Eighteen-year-old Christyan Boswell of Haworth, a young man known for his love of family, fishing, hunting, and sports, was fatally shot on September 23, 2017. The incident that claimed his life unfolded at the intersection of Wilbur and Mosley Streets in Valliant.
He was born on October 12, 1998, in Tyler, Texas, and was known as someone who was always willing to lend a helping hand to others.
The investigation into the shooting pointed to a drug deal that had taken a deadly turn. In the wake of the incident, law enforcement officials began to piece together the events that led to Boswell's untimely death. Their investigation led to the identification of two individuals believed to be involved in the altercation.
Authorities moved swiftly, making one arrest in connection with the homicide. Twenty-year-old Cody Hilderbrand was taken into custody. As the investigation continued, a manslaughter warrant was issued for a second suspect, 37-year-old Justin Luther. The community was left to grapple with the loss of a young life and the unsettling circumstances surrounding his death.
