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Deadly shooting near Oklahoma casino
According to the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police, police in Burleson, Texas, about 90 miles directly south, requested a welfare check on a potentially suicidal person who may have been within close proximity to the casino.
Officers traveled to the location and made contact with the individual, whose name and description has not been released.
After encountering the person, the officer-involved shooting transpired. It is unclear what happened that led to officials using deadly force.
Chickasaw Lighthorse Chief of Police Charles Palmer issued a statement on Thursday, following the events.
“Chickasaw Lighthorse officers responded to WinStar Casino and made contact with the individual outside. During that encounter, an officer-involved shooting occurred,” he said. “At this time, the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department and the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) are working to gather all relevant facts to ensure an accurate understanding of the situation.”
The investigation is ongoing
The Chickasaw Lighthorse Police confirmed to KXII 12 that all of the officers involved left the scene without any injuries.
Chief Palmer also said that his team was taking care of any possible threats, ensuring that the public would be free to travel through the area without the risk of any related violence.
“The Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department remains committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all citizens, employees, and visitors,” Palmer said in a statement. “Officers have implemented appropriate measures to ensure continued safety, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.”
An investigation by the local police and the OSBI is still ongoing.
Oklahoma is home to a plethora of tribal-owned gaming facilities that offer slot machines, live-dealer table games, poker, and more standard casino options.
The Chickasaw Nation is in charge of WinStar Casino, which opened in 2009. It boasts more than 600,000 square feet of gaming space, as well as nearly 1,700 hotel rooms across four towers.
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