Tulsa Police Chief Dennis Larsen responded to concerns following a reported rape at Turkey Mountain, emphasizing that the area remains safe despite the ongoing investigation.
“I think the park is extremely safe,” Larsen said, noting increased bicycle patrols and air support to monitor the 730-acre area.
He explained that helicopter technology allows officers to track human movement at night, giving police a strategic advantage in patrolling the trails.
Murder Rate Ranking
Larsen pushed back on a national report that ranked Tulsa among the highest U.S. cities for murder rates per capita. He said the majority of homicides are not random but involve people who know each other, often tied to disputes or domestic violence…