Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – A suspect threw a Molotov cocktail at a victim in a wheelchair on July 2, 2026, across the street from Oklahoma City Police Department headquarters near W. Main and N. Lee.

The incident unfolded on a city street as the suspect targeted the wheelchair user with the flaming device, causing a fire.

OKCPD detectives and a bystander immediately rushed into the scene to assist the victim and take the suspect into custody. The Oklahoma City Fire Department also responded quickly to provide medical aid.

The victim suffered minor injuries and is expected to recover. The suspect was taken into custody following the incident.

The footage shows the attack from surveillance and body camera perspectives. A suspect is seen throwing a flaming Molotov cocktail at a person in a wheelchair, followed by flames, smoke, and a rapid emergency response.

Officers and a bystander move toward the victim to extinguish the flames, provide assistance, and apprehend the suspect as firefighters arrive at the scene.

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