12 People Accused Of Involvement In Oklahoma City Bar Shootout Expected In Court

Twelve people accused of being involved in a shooting at an Oklahoma City bar in April are expected in court Wednesday morning.

Wednesday, November 1st 2023, 9:25 am

By: News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -

A formal arraignment hearing for twelve people accused of being involved in a deadly bar shootout in April is happening Wednesday morning.

Investigators said the shooting took place after a large fight broke out between rival biker gangs inside the Whiskey Barrel Saloon on Newcastle Road near South Portland Avenue.

Three people were killed and three others were injured.

According to arrest warrants, the southwest Oklahoma City bar’s security video started around 8:45 pm. Police said one of the victims was seen walking through the bar and then left in a car.

Police noted the man sent a text to another biker telling him "Come on now."

Minutes later, a large group of motorcycles and several cars showed up to the bar. Police said the 10 recently arrested men were in the group.

At around 8:54 p.m., a large fight broke out between rival biker gangs.

One minute later, a barrage of gunshots filled the bar. Police were called to the Whiskey Barrel Saloon two minutes later.

Officers found three people dead and three people injured.

Investigators arrested the first three suspects days after the deadly shootout.

“There’s been a total of 13 [arrests] made so far in this case,” Quirk said.

Police searched the homes of two of the suspects. They were looking for evidence including DNA, firearms, electronic devices, clothing with biker gang logos and other personal items.