Full Notification

POCOLA, OK (June 5,2023) - The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) and U.S. Marshal Service (USMS) are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Tyriq Eastling, wanted in the murder of Barry Richardson, Pocola, Oklahoma on February 21, 2023.  A warrant for Murder in the First Degree out of LeFlore County had been issued for Eastling.  The USMS is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the location and or arrest of Eastling. 

Two other individuals suspected of being involved in the homicide, Tavin Chambers and Rashawd Chambers, were apprehended and currently in custody at the LeFlore County Detention Center.  Eastling had contacts throughout Oklahoma and Arkansas.  Authorities are working diligently to bring this investigation to a swift and just conclusion.

The community's support and cooperation during this time will be appreciated and anyone with information is encouraged to come forward.  The public is advised not to approach Eastling and to immediately contact their local law enforcement agency.  If anyone has any information regarding the whereabouts of Eastling, please contact the OSBI tip line at 1-800-522-8017 or [email protected] or the U.S. Marshall Service.

 

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