Patrolman Brian Jeffery Tunnell, Miami Police Department, Oklahoma

Patrolman Brian Jeffery Tunnell

Miami Police Department, Oklahoma

End of Watch Sunday, June 5, 1988

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Brian Jeffery Tunnell

Patrolman B.J. Tunnell was shot and killed while serving a felony warrant with another officer at the Elms Motel in Miami.

During a struggle between both officers and the subject, the man grabbed the other officer's weapon and shot Patrolman Tunnell. The suspect fled the room. The other officer took Patrolman Tunnell's weapon, was able to return fire, and fatally wound the suspect.

Patrolman Tunnell was transported to Francis Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Patrolman Tunnell had served with the Miami Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife, his parents, and six brothers.

Bio

Age 27
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

probation violation, warrant service

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Patrolman Stout,
On today, the 45th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Terrell. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

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June 5, 2025