Mustang, Oklahoma – An investigation is ongoing after a tragic incident in Mustang over the weekend, where a man fatally shot his elderly father-in-law. The identity of the victim, 71-year-old Michael Shadid, was disclosed by the police following the argument that escalated in gunfire on Saturday. Deputy Chief William Carpenter of the Mustang Police Department revealed that the dispute led to a single fatal gunshot inside a residence near Mustang Road and State Highway 152.
Reportedly, the shooter contacted 911 to inform them of the shooting, claiming self-defense in the altercation between armed family members. The incident unfolded in the garage of the home where four individuals were present at the time, including the victim’s son-in-law who discharged the fatal shot. As of Monday afternoon, no arrests have been made as the investigation is still in progress.
Preliminary investigations suggest that multiple weapons were involved in the altercation, raising the possibility of self-defense on the shooter’s part. Both the shooter and two others who resided in the home with the victim are being questioned by the police. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation’s crime scene team has been called in to aid in the investigation, as authorities navigate through the rare occurrence of a homicide in the city.
Statistics from the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation show that Mustang has seen limited instances of homicides since 2020, with only one reported in 2024 prior to this recent tragedy. With the community grappling with the aftermath of this shooting, authorities are working diligently to piece together the details surrounding the fatal encounter. The city, known for its low crime rates, now faces the challenges of understanding what led to the deadly outcome within its predominantly peaceful streets.
As the investigation into the shooting continues and authorities delve deeper into the circumstances that unfolded at the Mustang home, the community remains shaken by the loss of a life in an otherwise tranquil neighborhood. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available about this tragic incident.