Suspect, hostage killed following officerinvolved shooting on I44 near OK/MO state line
Jun 16, 2026
Two people are dead after a hostage situation turned into an officer-involved shooting on the Will Rogers Turnpike.Officers spotted a car reported stolen out of Joplin around 9 a.m. on Tuesday morning. The car was later found ne
ar the Oklahoma welcome center at exit 313. Investigators say the suspect, who has not yet been named, had a hostage in the car.The suspect inside the car pointed a gun at an officer and fired. It's not clear who was shot.The Oklahoma Highway Patrol and OSBI will handle the investigation.This is a developing story. Stay in touch with us anytime, anywhere -- 2 News Oklahoma on your schedule | Download on your TV, watch for free. How to watch on your streaming device Download our free app for Apple, Android and Kindle devices. Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Watch LIVE 24/7 on YouTube
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