Muskogee Police Seek Shooter After Saturday Homicide

Victim Elio Hernandez, 38, killed outside residence in Muskogee

Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:29pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent shell casing on a dark, textured surface, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a shooting incident.A recent wave of gun violence in Muskogee has left residents on edge and police searching for answers.Muskogee Today

Muskogee police are searching for a suspect after a 38-year-old man was killed in a shooting incident on Saturday evening near East Side Boulevard and Gibson Street. The victim, Elio Hernandez, was pronounced dead at the scene. The at-large suspect is considered armed and dangerous, according to authorities.

Why it matters

Violent crime and gun violence remain major concerns for the Muskogee community, which has seen an uptick in homicides in recent years. This latest incident has left residents on edge and police searching for leads to apprehend the shooter.

The details

Muskogee police responded to reports of a shooting around 7:30 pm on Saturday near the intersection of East Side Boulevard and Gibson Street. When officers arrived, they found Elio Hernandez, 38, suffering from gunshot wounds. Hernandez was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not released any details about a potential motive or suspect, but have described the shooter as an at-large individual who should be considered armed and dangerous.

  • The shooting incident occurred around 7:30 pm on Saturday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Elio Hernandez

A 38-year-old man who was killed in a shooting incident in Muskogee, Oklahoma.

Muskogee Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the homicide and searching for the at-large suspect.

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What’s next

Muskogee police are actively investigating the homicide and searching for the suspect, who they have described as armed and dangerous. Authorities have not released any further details about a potential motive or the identity of the shooter.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence and public safety concerns in the Muskogee community. Local leaders and law enforcement will need to work together with residents to address the root causes of such violence and find ways to improve security and prevent future tragedies.