Patrolman Joseph Barlow, McAlester Police Department, Oklahoma

Patrolman Joseph Barlow

McAlester Police Department, Oklahoma

End of Watch Monday, March 20, 2023

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Joseph Barlow

Patrolman Joseph Barlow succumbed to injuries received on March 17th, 2023, when he was struck head-on while escorting a funeral procession for Captain Richard Parker.

The procession was traveling on Highway 75, near 151st Street S in Glenpool, when the pickup truck crossed the center line and struck his patrol car head-on. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries three days later.

The driver of the truck was arrested and charged with causing an accident without carrying a driver’s license, reckless driving, and causing great bodily injury. First-degree manslaughter was charged after Patrolman Barlow passed away.

Patrolman Barlow was a United States Army veteran and served with the McAlester Police Department for over one year. He is survived by his wife, toddler son, and mother.

Bio

Age 26
Tour 1 year, 7 months
Badge 114
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash
Incident Date Friday, March 17, 2023
Weapon Automobile
Offender Arrested

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Patrolman Barlow,
On today, the 2nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 20, 2025