OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – A Halloween celebration turned tragic early Saturday when a dispute escalated into gunfire, leaving one person dead and at least 12 others injured at Patty’s Event Center. The incident underscores the volatility of the night, as multiple gunmen opened fire during a party that unfolded in the southwestern part of Oklahoma City.
Police reported that the violence ignited from a “verbal altercation” between two groups within the venue at around 12:30 a.m. The argument quickly spilled outside before the shooting erupted. The chaos then continued inside the event center, according to Sgt. Jon Skuta.
The devastating outcome saw one male victim succumb to his injuries while two individuals remain hospitalized in critical condition. The authorities have yet to determine the total number of partygoers present during the incident.
Reports indicate that multiple firearms, including rifles, were employed in the attack. While several individuals have been detained for questioning, the police have not formally identified any suspect as the investigation progresses.
Investigators are analyzing cellphone footage provided for evidential purposes, hoping to piece together the chain of events leading to the shooting. Despite the violence, police have assured the public that this was a targeted incident, posing no further community threat.
Patty’s Event Center, located on South Agnew Avenue, operates just 3.5 miles east of Will Rogers World Airport, marking its accessibility to a broad spectrum of attendees.
As police delve deeper into the investigation, they remain committed to unraveling the motives behind the altercation and holding those responsible accountable.