Muldrow man arrested for first-degree murder

Justin Trobaugh

May 14, 2024 at 8:29 PM

MULDROW, Okla. (KNWA/KFTA) — A Muldrow man was booked in the Sequoyah County Jail on May 13 for first-degree murder.

Matthew Whitfield, 35, is facing charges of obstruction of investigation and first-degree murder.

Matthew Whitfield mugshot — Matthew Whitfield, 35
(Courtesy: Sequoyah County Sheriff’s Office)

He was booked in the jail around 3:15 p.m.

The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation says it will give more information on the case on May 15.

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