Two dead in west Tulsa shooting

Police respond to incident near 7th St and 56th West Ave

Jan. 27, 2026 at 8:31pm

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Tulsa police responded to a shooting call around 5 pm on January 27 in the west Tulsa area near W 7th St and S 56th West Ave, where they found two people dead at the scene.

Why it matters

Violent crime and gun violence remain a major concern for the Tulsa community, with this incident marking the latest in a series of deadly shootings in the city over the past year.

The details

Details about the victims, the circumstances surrounding the shooting, and any potential suspects have not yet been released by the Tulsa Police Department as they continue their investigation into the incident.

  • The shooting occurred around 5 pm on January 27, 2026.

The players

Tulsa Police Department

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

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What’s next

The Tulsa Police Department is expected to provide more details on the victims and the investigation in the coming days.

The takeaway

This tragic shooting underscores the ongoing challenges Tulsa faces in addressing gun violence and keeping its communities safe, and will likely reignite calls for greater investment in public safety and violence prevention programs.