Police searching for suspect after brief standoff in Oklahoma City

Caroline Sellers/KFOR

April 9, 2024 at 7:52 AM

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Police are searching for a suspect after a brief standoff in Oklahoma City Tuesday morning.

According to Oklahoma City Police, the incident began when a man broke into his former girlfriend’s home through a dog door. Once inside, he barricaded himself and allegedly threatened to set the house on fire.

LOCAL NEWS: One injured in shooting at NW OKC apartment complex

Officials say officers entered the home around 4 a.m. and discovered the suspect was no longer there and the house was empty.

Police are still searching for the suspect as the investigation continues.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to KFOR.com Oklahoma City.

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