PAWHUSKA, Okla. — OSBI is investigating after two Osage County sheriff's deputies were shot after a standoff Nov. 12.
Osage County Sheriffs said around 2:30 pm, Nov. 12, Pawhuska police responded to a domestic assault and battery call.
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The Pawhuska Police Department asked OSBI for the investigation.
OCSO said the suspect, who had a felony warrant in Osage County, barricaded himself and made verbal threats to law enforcement.
After several hours of attempted negotiation, members of the Pawhuska Police and the Osage County Sheriff’s Office went inside the house to make an arrest, according to Osage County.
OCSO said the suspect fired at the officers, and the officers returned fire. Two deputies and the suspect were injured and taken to the hospital. None of the injuries are life threatening.
The Pawhuska Police Chief posted this message on Facebook:
Dear Pawhuska Community,
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support we have received during this difficult time. As many of you know, our police department and the Osage County Sheriff's Office are facing a challenging situation following the recent incident involving two deputies who were shot.
I ask for your continued prayers for our department and for the swift recovery of the deputies involved. Your personal messages, phone calls, and acts of compassion have truly touched us and reinforced the bond between our community and those who serve to protect it.
Thank you for standing with us. Your support means the world to us and strengthens our resolve to keep our community safe.
Sincerely,
Chief Forrest Smith
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