Two people are dead after a shooting at Integris Health Enid (Okla.) Hospital late Aug. 17, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation confirmed to Becker’s.
According to reports from ABC affiliate WTAE and Fox affiliate KOKH, police first responded to a home near the hospital for a possible domestic dispute about 11 p.m. Police then went to the hospital, after learning the suspect’s car was at the facility. Upon arrival, the suspect fired shots at officers before going into the hospital, according to officials with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.
The suspect fired multiple shots inside, striking a public safety officer at the hospital who later died. Officials said the gunman was then shot and killed by police.
“It is with great sadness that we share with you that one of the individuals killed in the overnight shooting incident in our Enid hospital was one of our own,” Oklahoma-based Integris Health said in a statement to Becker’s. “Public Safety Officer J.W. Bode was killed as he bravely approached the suspect. He died protecting others. He was 72 years old. Bode was our colleague and friend. He had worked at the hospital for five years. He was a retired probation and parole officer who had dedicated most of his professional life to service and safety. He was the proud father of three adult children and a doting grandfather. Our deepest condolences go out to his family.”
“We are profoundly grateful to local and state law enforcement agencies for their swift and courageous response in securing the hospital and protecting our patients, caregivers and community. We are especially thankful for the quick and selfless actions of Officer J.W. Bode, who valiantly put himself in harm’s way to save others. His service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Counseling and chaplain services are available for our caregivers and physicians in need of support.”
