Dehmaurieon Denmark was 14 when he was shot and killed in Tom Poore Park in Midwest City, Oklahoma, on September 8, 2024, just days before his fifteenth birthday. Police responded about 7:30 p.m. after reports of gunfire; Dehmaurieon was found with a gunshot wound, taken to a nearby hospital, and later died. Witnesses reported hearing multiple shots and seeing people flee the park.

Within days the Midwest City Police Department identified three suspects and on September 11, 2024, arrest warrants for first-degree murder were issued for 18-year-old Zantayvean Dayvon Smith, 17-year-old Brandon Jordan, and 16-year-old Buddy Johnson; all three were located and taken into custody that evening. Court documents referenced that Dehmaurieon had arranged to meet one of the suspects at the park to conduct a deal.

His mother described him as a loving, respectful young man trying to make positive changes and be a better older brother. A fundraiser was organized to assist the family with funeral expenses.

If anyone was at Tom Poore Park that evening or has information about the meeting described in the court papers, please share what is known.