One in custody after shooting in Moore

Police say a suspect turned themselves in following the incident on Tuesday evening.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:14pm

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The Moore Police Department responded to a shooting on Tuesday around 7 p.m. near NW 9th and Janeway Ave., where they found a man and woman suffering from gunshot wounds. One person has since turned themselves in to authorities, but details on the suspect and circumstances around the shooting remain limited.

Why it matters

Violent crime remains a concern in the Oklahoma City metro area, with Moore seeing its share of incidents in recent years. This latest shooting will likely prompt renewed discussions around public safety and crime prevention efforts in the community.

The details

Police have not released the identities of the victims or provided information on their conditions. The investigation into the shooting is still ongoing, and authorities have not yet disclosed a suspected motive or what led to the violence.

  • The shooting occurred around 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.

The players

Moore Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for responding to and investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Police say they are continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The suspect who turned themselves in is expected to be formally charged in the coming days.

The takeaway

This latest incident underscores the ongoing challenges Moore and other Oklahoma communities face in addressing violent crime. While details remain limited, the shooting will likely renew calls for enhanced public safety measures and community-based solutions to prevent such acts of violence.