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Tulsa police say deadly shooting near Apache and MLK was self-defense

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TULSA, Okla. — Tulsa police have released a man who shot two people, killing one.

Around 7 pm Sept. 3, Tulsa police responded to the shooting near Apache Street and MLK Jr. Boulevard.

TPD said they found 47-year old Marco Richardson dead on the ground in his yard when they arrived.

At the scene, TPD said they learned the shooting followed an ongoing feud between Richardson and the suspect.

TPD said they learned Richardson, his son, and three others rushed the suspect. During the altercation, TPD said the suspect fired shots, hitting both Richardson and his son. His son is in critical condition at a hospital.

TPD said they took the suspect into custody for questioning. They said he surrendered the gun and was later released. TPD said the District Attorney will decide if any additional actions will be taken.


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