In the small town of Wister, Oklahoma, the life of 45-year-old Goldie Long, a female, came to a sudden and violent end on January 9, 2016. The circumstances surrounding her death pointed to a deliberate act of violence, leading authorities to launch a homicide investigation. The quiet community was shaken by the news, as law enforcement worked to piece together the events that led to the tragedy.
The investigation quickly led to a surprising suspect: a 17-year-old girl named Brittney
Nicole Orand. Despite her age, the gravity of the crime led to the decision that she would be charged as an adult. Orand was formally charged with first-degree murder with deliberate intent, a charge that underscored the investigators' belief that this was a planned and intentional act. Following her arrest, she was held without bond, awaiting her appearance in court, which was scheduled for the following month. The potential consequences for such a charge were severe, ranging from life in prison to the death penalty. The community was left to grapple with the shocking nature of the crime and the youth of the accused.
