Two Okmulgee County deputies wounded in standoff

Okmulgee man facing multiple felony charges after incident on Feb. 5

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

An Okmulgee man is facing multiple felony charges after a standoff with law enforcement on Feb. 5 left two Okmulgee County deputies wounded and prompted a large multi-agency response in the 600 block of S. Morton Avenue.

Why it matters

Standoffs between law enforcement and armed suspects can have serious consequences, underscoring the dangers deputies face in carrying out their duties to protect public safety. This incident raises questions about mental health resources, de-escalation tactics, and policies around responding to armed confrontations.

The details

During the standoff, the suspect allegedly shot and wounded two Okmulgee County deputies before being taken into custody. The deputies were transported to a local hospital for treatment of their injuries.

  • The standoff occurred on February 5, 2026.
  • The two deputies were wounded during the incident.

The players

Okmulgee County deputies

Law enforcement officers who were involved in the standoff and sustained injuries.

Okmulgee man

The suspect who is facing multiple felony charges related to the standoff and shooting of the deputies.

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What’s next

The suspect will face multiple felony charges related to the standoff and shooting of the deputies. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the risks and challenges law enforcement officers face when responding to armed confrontations, and the importance of continued training, de-escalation tactics, and mental health resources to help prevent such violent encounters.