Ethan Buycks Obituary, Death: 21-year-old fatally shot at Midwest City party; homicide probe launched.

Ethan Buycks Obituary, Death – A homicide investigation has been launched following the fatal shooting of a 21-year-old man during a crowded party in Midwest City late Friday night, authorities confirmed.

At approximately 10:20 p.m., officers with the Midwest City Police Department responded to a report of gunfire in the 3300 block of North Oak Grove, a residential neighborhood near the intersection of Northeast 10th Street and Air Depot Boulevard. When officers arrived on the scene, they encountered a chaotic scene with dozens of people fleeing the area—some running down the street while others left quickly in vehicles.

Amid the disorder, police located a man lying unresponsive on the front lawn of a home. He had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Officers immediately began performing life-saving efforts in an attempt to stabilize the victim before emergency medical responders arrived. The man was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition.

Despite the efforts of first responders and medical personnel, the victim was later pronounced dead at the hospital. He has been identified as Ethan Buycks, a 21-year-old resident of Oklahoma City.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the shooting occurred during an open-invitation pool party that was being held to celebrate recent high school graduates. According to a statement released by Midwest City police, the gathering drew a large crowd, with over 100 individuals estimated to have been in attendance at the time of the incident.

As officers began canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and evidence, they interviewed several residents in the area. However, officials say they have not yet obtained a confirmed description of the shooter or suspects connected to the case. Investigators believe that the party’s size and the nature of the invitation—being open to anyone—may have made it difficult to determine who exactly was involved in the altercation that led to the fatal shooting.

The motive behind the gunfire has not yet been determined, and police are continuing to gather surveillance footage, forensic evidence, and witness statements. At this stage, they have not ruled out the possibility that more than one individual may have been involved, or that the shooting could be connected to a dispute or confrontation at the party.

Authorities are urging anyone who attended the party or who may have information relevant to the investigation to come forward. They have asked that individuals with tips or leads contact the Midwest City Police Department at either 405-739-1328 or 405-739-1388. Tips can also be submitted anonymously if callers prefer not to reveal their identity.

The tragic death of Ethan Buycks has added to a growing concern over gun violence at large gatherings, particularly events involving young people. Community members and local officials are expressing shock and sorrow over the incident, with many calling for increased safety measures and supervision at celebratory events involving recent graduates.

Midwest City police say the investigation remains active and ongoing, and they are committed to bringing justice to the victim’s family. Additional updates will be provided to the public as more information becomes available and new leads are pursued.

In the meantime, law enforcement continues to work with local residents and partygoers to reconstruct the events of that evening, in hopes of identifying the suspect or suspects responsible for the shooting.

The tragedy has left friends and family of Ethan Buycks mourning the loss of a young man whose life was taken far too soon. As the community grieves, police emphasize the importance of cooperation from witnesses and the broader public to ensure accountability and prevent future acts of violence in similar settings.