A couple was killed in a tragic shooting at Tulsa tow company months after they adopted their 12-year-old daughter. Staff at Catoosa First Church identified the couple as Mike and Mary Moore, according to 2 News Oklahoma.
Investigators revealed that Darius Jones shot the business owner and his wife. Tulsa police responded to a shooting at Mike’s Towing on North Garnett Road. The owner returned fire and hit Jones in the arm. The couple succumbed to their injuries. Jones was arrested on two counts of murder.
A dispute over a towed vehicle turned physical, according to police.
Staff at Catoosa First Church shared a statement on behalf of the Moore family, saying, “Our family is deeply grateful for the tremendous care, prayers, love and support we have received during this incredibly difficult time. We are thankful to our community, first responders, law enforcement, friends, and all those who have reached out to us as we grieve this devastating loss. We kindly ask the media and public to respect our privacy and to give us the space we need to mourn together. We appreciate your continued prayers and understanding. It adds, “This fundraiser is being created to help with funeral costs and to provide ongoing support for their daughter as she faces the days ahead without her parents. In the middle of this sudden and painful loss, our church hopes to surround her with as much care and stability as possible. Any support, whether through a donation or by sharing this fundraiser, will mean so much. Please keep Mike and Mary Moore’s daughter and family in your prayers and consider helping her during this incredibly difficult time.”
