Multiple people were killed and others injured in a shooting at a medical facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA, according to reports from CNN. The investigation is ongoing as authorities gather details about what happened at the Francis campus, which houses an outpatient center and a breast health center within the building. The exact number of casualties and the identities of those hurt or killed have not been fully confirmed by officials at this time.
Deputy Police Chief Eric Dalglish indicated at a press briefing that the shooter himself is also dead. It remains unclear whether the fatal wounding occurred at the hands of law enforcement or if the suspect took his own life. Police emphasized that they are working to verify the shooter’s identity and determine a motive as part of the ongoing inquiry.
In initial statements, law enforcement described the shooter as a Black man estimated to be between 35 and 40 years old. He arrived at the scene armed with a rifle and a pistol, and investigators are examining how the weapons were obtained and used during the attack. The investigation is expected to address whether the incident involved a single shooter or additional individuals who may have been involved or impacted.
The incident was centered at the Francis campus, with hospital staff and patients directed to safety as responders arrived. While authorities have provided some information about the wounded and deceased, they have not released a full breakdown of those affected or the names of any victims. Community members are urged to stay away from the area as police continue their work and secure the facility.
President Joe Biden was briefed on the shooting and is receiving regular updates from federal agencies as the White House monitors the situation. Officials have offered support to state and local authorities, reflecting the seriousness with which this event is being treated at the national level while officials in Tulsa coordinate with hospital leadership and community leaders to ensure public safety and effective communication with the public.