Muskogee Police Seek Shooter After Saturday Homicide

Authorities say the at-large suspect is considered armed and dangerous.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 8:07pm

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Elio Hernandez, 38, was pronounced dead outside a residence near East Side Boulevard and Gibson Street in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Police are searching for the shooter, who they say is an at-large suspect considered armed and dangerous.

Why it matters

Violent crime remains a persistent issue in the Muskogee area, with the city reporting higher than average rates of homicide and aggravated assault compared to the national average. This latest incident has raised concerns about public safety and the need for improved community-police relations to help solve such cases.

The details

According to authorities, the shooting occurred on Saturday evening near the intersection of East Side Boulevard and Gibson Street. Elio Hernandez, 38, was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have not yet identified a suspect but are searching for an at-large individual they consider armed and dangerous.

  • The shooting incident took place on Saturday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Elio Hernandez

A 38-year-old man who was killed in the shooting incident.

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 continuing their investigation and urge anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.

The takeaway

This tragic homicide underscores the ongoing challenges Muskogee faces in addressing violent crime and the need for the community and law enforcement to work together to improve public safety.