Jonta Perry, a 26-year-old Black man, was fatally shot on June 2, 2014, in North Tulsa, Oklahoma. Perry had gone to a house near North Garrison Avenue and East Young Place where he formerly lived to retrieve personal belongings. A dispute over the property turned into a physical confrontation on the front porch with the current resident, a 30-year-old man who is related to the landlord.

Witnesses said Perry assaulted the resident. As Perry walked back toward his car he allegedly made threats, and the resident, fearing Perry was getting a weapon, shot him multiple times. Perry drove a short distance after being shot and then crashed into several houses and a truck. A pistol was later found in Perry’s pocket. The shooter was taken into custody for questioning and released; authorities indicated no charges were immediately filed and said the shooter’s name would not be released unless charges were pursued. The investigation was described as indicating self-defense, and there have been no arrests or further litigation reported.

If anyone saw the confrontation or has information about what happened that afternoon, please share details with investigators.