Warrant Issued for Man Accused of Helping Dump Victim's Body

Nathan O. Curtis charged with accessory to murder in the death of Derek Marshall

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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An arrest warrant has been issued for Nathan O. Curtis, 48, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, who has been charged with accessory to murder in the first degree in connection with the death of Derek Marshall. Authorities allege that Curtis assisted Danny Goad in disposing of Marshall's body following the fatal shooting.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in investigating complex homicide cases, especially when multiple suspects are involved in covering up a crime. It also raises questions about the role of accessory charges and how they can be used to hold individuals accountable for their involvement in serious offenses.

The details

According to an affidavit, investigators believe Marshall was killed on November 5, 2025. His body was later recovered from the Arkansas River on November 14. The investigation led authorities to a property outside Muldrow owned by Jerry Pratt, where they recovered evidence including a shell casing, projectiles, and apparent blood. Pratt was arrested on complaints of accessory to murder, destruction of evidence, and possession of a firearm after former conviction of a felony. Surveillance footage also showed a white Ford pickup backing up to a location overlooking the Arkansas River around the time of the incident. Authorities allege that Curtis admitted to riding in the pickup and observing what appeared to be a body wrapped in a tarp, before he and another individual carried the body down an embankment and placed it in the river.

  • On November 14, 2025, Marshall's body was recovered from the Arkansas River.
  • On November 21, 2025, OSBI agents served a search warrant at Pratt's residence and made an arrest.
  • On December 2, 2025, Curtis allegedly admitted to his involvement in the incident.

The players

Nathan O. Curtis

A 48-year-old man from Muldrow, Oklahoma, who has been charged with accessory to murder in the first degree in connection with the death of Derek Marshall.

Danny Goad

The individual who was arrested on November 25, 2025, on a charge of first degree murder in Sequoyah County District Court.

Jerry Pratt

The owner of the property outside Muldrow where authorities recovered evidence, including a shell casing, projectiles, and apparent blood. Pratt was later arrested on complaints of accessory to murder, destruction of evidence, and possession of a firearm after former conviction of a felony.

Jason Quick

The individual who allegedly rode in the pickup truck with Curtis and observed what appeared to be a body wrapped in a tarp.

Derek Marshall

The victim whose body was found in the Arkansas River in November 2025.

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What they’re saying

“We must hold all individuals accountable for their role in serious crimes, regardless of whether they were the primary perpetrator or an accessory.”

— Christian Goode, Special Agent, Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (Eastern Times Register)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Nathan O. Curtis out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of thorough investigations and the use of accessory charges to hold individuals accountable for their involvement in crimes, even if they were not the primary perpetrator. It also underscores the challenges law enforcement faces in solving complex homicide cases with multiple suspects.