Catoosa Police Department

07/16/2026

Our hearts are extended to the Creek County Sheriff’s Office, and to Deputy Heitman's family, and to all who knew him.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice Deputy Heitman, you will never be forgotten.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Creek County Sheriff's Office Announces the Line-of-Duty Death of Deputy Adam James Heitman

Sapulpa, Oklahoma – July 16, 2026

The Creek County Sheriff’s Office is deeply saddened to announce the line-of-duty death of Deputy Adam James Heitman, age 38.
On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, members of the Creek County Sheriff’s Office Task Force, Creek County Sheriff’s deputies, the United States Marshals Service, and the Muscogee Nation Lighthorse Police coordinated the apprehension of a wanted felon who was sought on multiple felony warrants and had recently assaulted a law enforcement officer while escaping custody.
Deputy Heitman was a member of the arrest team. During the operation, the suspect attempted to flee by jumping a fence, crossing a creek, and running through an open field. Deputy Heitman and his K-9 partner, Thanos, successfully pursued and apprehended the suspect, who was taken into custody without further incident.

Less than an hour after the arrest, while at the Creek County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Heitman suffered a medical emergency. Fellow deputies and Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers immediately rendered aid until emergency medical personnel arrived. Responders from Creek County EMS and the Sapulpa Fire Department performed extensive lifesaving measures before transporting Deputy Heitman to Ascension St. John Sapulpa Hospital. Despite the extraordinary efforts of first responders and medical staff, Deputy Heitman was pronounced deceased at 7:41 p.m.

Prior to joining the Creek County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Heitman served two years with the Kiefer Police Department and four years in the United States Marine Corps. During his military service, he served as a Team Leader with the 1st Battalion, 7th Marines and deployed to Iraq. He served as a Reconnaissance Marine, Combat Instructor, and Weapons Instructor before being honorably discharged in 2010.

Deputy Heitman joined the Creek County Sheriff’s Office in 2022. During his tenure, he served as a patrol deputy and later as a K-9 handler alongside his partner, Thanos. Within months of joining the agency, Deputy Heitman was credited with saving the life of an overdose victim and was awarded the Sheriff’s Life Saving Award in recognition of his actions.

Deputy Heitman was a highly respected member of the Creek County Sheriff’s Office, the K-9 community, and the law enforcement profession. The respect and admiration he earned throughout his career were evident in the overwhelming response of law enforcement officers who gathered at the hospital and later escorted him to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
“Deputy Heitman exemplified courage, service, and dedication to others. He served his community, his fellow deputies, and his country with honor. His loss is immeasurable, and he will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of serving alongside him.”

Deputy Heitman is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced when they become available.

06/05/2026

The Catoosa Police Department, with the assistance of Owasso Special Operations and the Claremore Police Department, successfully conducted a search warrant in the area of the 1600th block of N. Lynn Lane in Catoosa, Oklahoma, this morning.

Catoosa Police began investigating a subject identified through multiple reports as Michael McCoy (DOB 07/31/1988) in November 2025 in connection to several instances of fraud that occurred within our department's jurisdiction.

Through the investigation, it was discovered that McCoy sold false Gold and Silver bars, false Pokémon cards, and false Magic: The Gathering cards to at least 6 different victims in Catoosa; however, there are additional victims out of Tulsa and Broken Arrow (Tulsa Police Department Fraud Detectives have also been working extensively on this case). McCoy is suspected of stealing around $30,000 from Catoosa victims alone since January of this year.

McCoy would use Facebook marketplace to speak to his victims and used multiple aliases, including Timothy Timmons, Timothy Gene, Matt Green, and James Eldridge. There may be additional victims we do not yet know about.

McCoy was arrested in 2022 by the Tulsa Police Department on similar charges and was ultimately convicted. McCoy was also found to be a wanted fugitive out of the State of Arkansas with a nationwide extradition no-bond Parole violation warrant.

Catoosa Police are seeking to locate the following Persons of Interest in this case:
Aric Lane Romine (DOB 02/21/1985)
Megan Nicole C**n (DOB 10/20/1985)
Stacey Cobb Gillespie (DOB 12/19/1979)

We believe Aric Romine is in the Tulsa area, and he is suspected of continuing to commit fraud.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of any of the above people, please contact the Catoosa Police Department at 918-739-4001 and ask to speak to the Detective Division.

Thank you to the Owasso Police Department S.O.T. Team for help in executing this warrant, and to the Claremore Police Department Investigators for their assistance as well. Together, our agencies apprehended McCoy without incident.

McCoy was placed under arrest and remains in custody on complaints of:

-Violation of the Trademark Anti-Counterfeit Act x 7
-Obtaining Money by False Pretenses x 12
-Pattern of Criminal Offenses
-Possession of Firearm AFCF
-Conspiracy
-Violation of the Computer Crimes Act x 12
-False Declaration of Ownership to a Pawn x 4
-Knowingly Concealing Stolen Property x 4
-Fugitive From Justice

*This is an Arrest, not a Conviction*

05/27/2026

Update: Lane closure remains in place until 7am Friday morning due to curing time delay of project material.

🚧 Traffic Advisory – Catoosa Area

There will be a right lane closure on Westbound I‑44 just west of 193rd East Avenue in Catoosa to address pavement conditions in that area.

🗓 Date: Thursday, May 28
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Motorists traveling westbound should expect minor delays and are encouraged to use caution and avoid distractions through the work zone.

This is an Oklahoma Department of Transportation Project/Sherwood Construction.

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04/09/2026

Our hearts and prayers go out to our friends at the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, and to the families affected by this tragic collision. We thank Trooper Brake for his years of service and dedication to the State of Oklahoma, and pray for healing for both families.

It is with deep sorrow the Oklahoma Highway Patrol announces the line of duty death of Trooper Vernon Brake.

On April 8, 2026, at 11:27 a.m., a vehicle traveling southbound on I-35 lost control for an unknown reason and crossed the center cable barrier. The vehicle struck Trooper Brake, who was traveling in the northbound lanes just south of Hefner Road in Oklahoma City.

Trooper Brake was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the other involved vehicle, along with a four-year-old passenger, were also pronounced deceased at the scene.

Trooper Brake was a graduate of the 56th OHP Academy in 2006 and has proudly served the Oklahoma Highway Patrol for nearly 20 years, with a significant amount of time assigned to Troop S (commercial motor vehicle enforcement). After his graduation from the academy, he also served in Oklahoma and Logan Counties.

Trooper Brake is survived by his wife and two children.

Our prayers and deepest sympathies are with his family as well as the family of the other driver involved.

OHP's Traffic Homicide Unit (THU) is conducting the investigation into the crash.

03/18/2026

Congratulations to Chief Wimberley!

03/11/2026

The Catoosa Police Department has seen an increase in telephone and internet generated scams that target not only seniors, but the general population. Below is a brief description of various scams that aim to exploit the unaware and especially the elderly or disabled adults.

ROMANCE SCAM:
In romance scams, a criminal uses a fake online identity to gain a victim’s affection and trust. The scammer then uses the illusion of a romantic or close relationship to manipulate and/or steal from the victim. The Catoosa Police Department advises you to NEVER send money to anyone you have only communicated with online or by telephone. Scammers often prey on individuals late in life, to exploit feelings of loneliness via romance. If you have never met this person face-to-face in real life, it is probably a scam.

GRANDPARENT SCAM:
In grandparent scams, a criminal will create a false storyline to prey on the fears of grandparents. The scammer will call and impersonate a grandchild or other close relative in a crisis situation, asking for immediate financial assistance. Often the imposter claims to have been in an accident or arrested. The scammer may tell the grandparent, “Please don’t let mom or dad know,” and may hand the phone over to someone else posing as a lawyer or bondsman seeking immediate payment. The Catoosa Police Department advises you to immediately hang up and call a trusted loved one to verify if the grandchild is actually in danger. NEVER transfer money, buy gift cards, or withdraw money from your account and send it to someone without first verifying the story or events.

INVESTMENT SCAM:
In investment scams, a criminal will gain the trust of the victim, and dupe them into investing money into fraudulent projects or fictitious assets. These scams typically begin with a victim meeting someone on an online dating website, or through a random unsolicited message online, or via text message. The victim will then be convinced to transfer money to an alleged cryptocurrency investment opportunity recommended by the scammer. The perpetrator may purport that they are from the FDIC or Office of Inspector General, and request that you withdraw large amounts of money from your account, and wire-transfer your funds to an account of their choosing for “safe keeping” or to other “high yield investment opportunities. The Catoosa Police Department advises you to NEVER send money or wire-transfers to someone you have never met face-to-face in person, or for an investment opportunity that was unsolicited which you have not sought out yourself.

ACCOUNT HACK SCAM:
In account hack scams, a criminal will place an unsolicited phone call or text message claiming that they are a representative from your bank and inform you that your bank account has been hacked. They will likely ask you if you made a large unexplained purchase or withdrawal. When you confirm that you did not make the purchase or withdrawal, they will explain that you need to transfer all your money out of your account for “safe keeping.” The scammer will sometimes pressure you not to tell anyone else at the bank, because it may be an “inside job.” The scammer may then have you withdraw your money and personally hand it to someone who will come to your residence for “safe keeping.” The Catoosa Police Department advises you to immediately hang up the phone or ignore text messages and call your bank personally to enquire about any unauthorized purchases or withdrawals.

WARRANT SCAM:
Scammers sometimes send text messages pretending to be from a law enforcement agency, claiming that the recipient has an outstanding arrest warrant. The message may threaten immediate arrest, fines, or court action unless the person pays right away. These messages are designed to create fear and urgency so that people act quickly without stopping to verify the information.
Legitimate law enforcement agencies do not demand payment through text messages, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or other unusual payment methods. These scams often instruct victims to send money using gift cards, Bitcoin, or other hard-to-trace methods because it makes the funds nearly impossible to recover. If you receive a message like this, do not respond or send money. Instead, the Catoosa Police Department advises you to delete the message and contact us directly to verify whether there is any legitimate issue.

RED FLAGS:
The Catoosa Police Department seeks to educate citizens on several “red flags” that are present in many scams.
• The suspect will often have a foreign accent.
• The suspect may use technology to “spoof” a phone number, making the incoming phone call seem like it is coming from a trusted source.
• The suspect will often pressure you to “not tell anyone” or “tell the bank you are withdrawing the money for other reasons” such as for a house remodel or inheritance.• The suspect will often pressure you to make withdrawals quickly or want you to “stay on the phone line and not hang up” when they are directing you to withdraw or transfer funds.
• The suspect will direct you to buy gift cards.
• The suspect will direct you to transfer money into Bitcoin, or place money into Bitcoin ATM machines.

GENERAL WARNINGS AND CONSIDERATIONS:
The Catoosa Police Department has seen an increase in scammers using “money mules” or third-party individuals to meet at inconspicuous places or show up to your residence in person to collect the money. This mule or third-party individual is likely not affiliated with the actual criminal and is being used in the scam to facilitate the transfer of the stolen money into cryptocurrency to be sent overseas.

The Catoosa Police Department advises against transferring large sums of money to someone you have never met in person. Common tactics that scammers use include payment through wire transfers, gift cards, cryptocurrency, and Bitcoin machines at local convenience stores. Scammers often make the situation seem urgent and use fear tactics to prevent you from hanging up or telling other people.

Many of these scams originate from overseas and are outside the jurisdiction of local law enforcement agencies. If you have been the victim of a scam, please consider completing a police report with your local jurisdiction, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation at www.ic3.gov

If you live in the corporate city limits of the City of Catoosa, you may file an online report with the Catoosa Police Department by visiting www.catoosapolice.org

02/19/2026

Some of us knew and worked with you, some of us didn't. Regardless, we remember and honor your service and sacrifice. Thank you to the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Memorial for keeping M.P.O. Owen's memory alive. Never forgotten.

18 Years Ago

Gregory Zane Owens II – Master Patrolman
Catoosa Police Department February 17, 2008

Gregory Owens served as a Deputy Sheriff with the Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office before becoming a Catoosa Police Officer.

On Sunday, March 17, 2002, about 12:50 a.m. Master Patrolman Gregory Owens was responding to a disturbance call with emergency equipment activated when an intoxicated driver suddenly turned into the path of officer Gregory Owen’s patrol car causing a collision. Master Patrolman Gregory Owens sustained sever neck and back injuries requiring surgery.

Master Patrolman Gregory Owens medically retired from the Catoosa Police Department on June 18, 2003.

On Sunday, February 17, 2008, Gregory Owens, 36, died in his sleep at his home from complications of his injuries sustained in the on-duty accident six years earlier.

Master Patrolman Gregory Owens was survived by his two teenage daughters Ashley and Autumn.

Gregory Owens II is buried in Ridge Lawn Cemetery, Collinsville, Tulsa County, Oklahoma.

OLEM – 4S-3-24 NLEOM – 26E29

Updated February 13, 2024

01/24/2026

Please be advised of some upcoming road closures.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is closing the ramps to Hwy 66 for public safety.

At 1730 Hours (5:30pm) ODOT will be closing the South Bound travel lanes to merge onto I44 West Bound. All South Bound traffic will be diverted to E. Pine Street.

ODOT will also be closing the East Bound merge Lane of I44 East Bound to Hwy 66 North Bound. All East Bound traffic to Hwy 66 will be diverted to N. 193rd East Ave.

This could cause delays for travel.

12/21/2025

Earlier this evening, Saturday, December 20, Catoosa Police Department officers responded to a report of shots fired near Lynn Lane and Pine Street in Catoosa.

Once arriving on scene, officers heard additional shots fired and began issuing commands for those firing to exit the wooded area where the shots seemed to be coming from.

Officers then heard several ATVs start up and take off toward the east and additional shots being fired. At this time, there are no indications that the suspects were firing at the officers—or each other or any other people.

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Rogers County Sheriff’s Department, and Tulsa Police Department all responded with additional resources to help locate the individuals. Two were taken into custody once they surrendered themselves, and three additional people were arrested without further incident after the Tulsa Police Dept helicopter spotted them in the wooded area nearby.

All five were arrested on complaints of obstructing an officer and reckless discharge of a firearm. Those arrested included four adult males and one adult female. Three lived in Catoosa and two were non-residents.

There were no injuries to anyone in the nearby homes, but CPD reminds you that in addition to man’s laws regarding where & when it is okay to fire a gun, the laws of physics also apply. What goes up, must come down. Please do not fire weapons up in the air to celebrate this (or any) season.

Officers did not discharge their weapons during this incident.

12/12/2025

On Saturday, Dec. 13th, the Catoosa Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #150 will be helping some local children have a great Christmas. This year, in memory of Catoosa Police Captain Jennifer Swarer, the Catoosa FOP is proud to announce that our annual “Shop with a Hero” event will now be known as "Swarer to Be a Hero.”

Captain Swarer devoted years of service, energy, and heart to ensuring this program brought joy to families in need during the holiday season. Her commitment made a lasting impact on countless children, and her legacy of compassion continues to inspire us all.

We honor you, Captain Jennifer Swarer, and your selfless dedication to the citizens of Catoosa. Your influence and kindness will forever be a guiding light in our community.

Our thanks to Catoosa Walmart and to the Catoosa Fire Department and Catoosa Professional Firefighters’ Local 4798 for their help in this year's Swarer to Be a Hero event!