Police in Norman are investigating a homicide near the Jimmie Austin OU Golf Course, Tuesday afternoon.
The university sent out an alert regarding a “law enforcement emergency” just after 3 p.m. Shortly after, Norman Police confirmed the incident as a homicide investigation. According to police, the incident occurred at the Emerald Greens Apartments located in the 2800 block of Dewey Avenue. This is located on the southeast side of the OU campus, on the west side of the golf course.
Authorities arrested suspect Joe Alliniece in connection with the crime after 8:00 p.m. Tuesday. Police said Alliniece originally fled the scene on foot.
UPDATE: Homicide suspect 29YO Joe Alliniece is in-custody. Alliniece was just taken into custody without incident by @OKCPD
— Norman Police (@normanokpd) April 25, 2018
This is a developing story.
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UPDATE: NPD is looking for Joe Alliniece in connection with the ongoing homicide investigation. He was last seen running from the scene in all black clothing. Anyone with info about his whereabouts, call 911 immediately. pic.twitter.com/6RaYez4nV5
— Norman Police (@normanokpd) April 24, 2018
HAPPENING NOW: NPD is responding to a report of a homicide in the 2800 blk of Dewey Ave. Officers are currently looking for a black male who ran from the scene described as 6 feet tall, 275 pounds wearing a black t-shirt & black shorts. If seen, call 911 immediately. pic.twitter.com/hqyuuDxQ6Y
— Norman Police (@normanokpd) April 24, 2018
OU Alert: 3:15 PM Tues 4/24 Reported Law Enforcement emergency in vicinity of Jimmy Austin Golf Course. Avoid Area. #OUSafe
— OU Emergency Prep (@OUemergencyprep) April 24, 2018