Authorities in Oklahoma have identified a suspect in a cold case murder that occurred in Pryor, Oklahoma, back in 1999. The suspect, Michael Joe Walters, is now at the top of the state’s Most Wanted list. The victim, 16-year-old Don Thomas, was found dead in a field after he had been beaten and strangled.
The authorities have labeled the murder as “vicious” and “violent.” The case remained unsolved for over 20 years until recent advancements in technology allowed the investigators to link Walters to the crime. According to the investigators, they believe that Walters had a personal connection to the victim and that Thomas was targeted specifically by him.
Since being named as a suspect, Walters has remained elusive and has been actively evading law enforcement. He has been charged with first-degree murder and authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that could lead to his arrest. They believe that he is still in Oklahoma and could be hiding in the Tulsa area.
The Pryor Police Department, along with other law enforcement agencies, are working tirelessly to bring justice for Thomas and his family. Anyone with information on Walters’ whereabouts is encouraged to contact the authorities immediately.
This case serves as a reminder that justice can still be served even decades after a crime has been committed. The fact that Walters is now at the top of Oklahoma’s Most Wanted list demonstrates the seriousness of the crime and the determination of law enforcement to bring him to justice.
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