Ardmore Fraternal Order of Police

05/22/2026

Congratulations Ryan!

The Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police awarded Ardmore Officer Ryan Murrell with the 2026 Large Agency Officer of the Year at the annual banquet on May 21st.

This prestigious award is presented to any full-time Oklahoma Law Enforcement Officer who has distinguished themselves in a commendable manner and serves a population over 10,000.

In September 2025, Officer Murrell was engaged in a vehicle pursuit when an Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper joined the effort to assist. During the coordinated tactical vehicle intervention, the Trooper’s patrol unit overturned and caught fire. Officer Murrell immediately responded to the unit and forced the door open, deflated the airbag system, and gave clear verbal directions to the Trooper to guide him to safety as he was severely injured and disoriented.

OACP Executive Director Steve Whitlock states "In the face of danger and under extraordinary circumstances, Officer Murrell displayed exceptional bravery, quick judgement, and unwavering commitment to a fellow officer by taking actions that directly saved the life of the Trooper. This act of courage reflects the highest standards of honor, sacrifice, and brotherhood within law enforcement.”

Congratulations to Officer Murrell!

05/08/2026

Good work by our friends at the Carter County Sheriff’s Department

An Ardmore man was jailed and faces dozens of cattle theft charges, with more arrests expected.

04/21/2026

We are proud to recognize ADA Pat Madden as the recipient of the Mitch Sperry Legacy Award.

This honor, voted on by the Carter County Multidisciplinary Team, is given to an individual who goes above and beyond to give a voice to children in need and Pat exemplifies that mission every single day.

Through dedication, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to justice, Pat has made a lasting impact on the children and families we serve. His work ensures that some of the most vulnerable members of our community are heard, protected, and supported.

Please join us in congratulating ADA Pat Madden on this well-deserved recognition and in thanking him for the difference he continues to make.

Congratulations Pat!! We are so honored to work with you and your commitment to children is inspiring to us all!

04/08/2026

Today, we mourn the loss of Trooper Vernon Brake of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

This is a heartbreaking reminder of the risks law enforcement officers face every single day—risks that most will never fully understand. Trooper Brake dedicated nearly 20 years of his life to serving and protecting the people of Oklahoma, and that kind of commitment and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, children, loved ones, and our brothers and sisters at OHP during this incredibly difficult time. We also extend our deepest sympathies to the family of the other victims involved in this tragic incident.

Rest easy, Trooper.

03/19/2026

Sara’s project is proud to share that our Lead Forensic Interviewer, Amanda Wheeler and Ardmore Police Detective, Landon Gary are attending the 42nd International Symposium on Child Abuse in Huntsville, Alabama.

Hosted by the National Children’s Advocacy Center, this conference brings together professionals from across the country for advanced training on forensic interviewing, child protection, and trauma-informed care.

By attending, our team is gaining the latest tools, techniques, and best practices to strengthen our response to child abuse right here in our community. We are committed to continuing education and collaboration to ensure every child we serve receives the highest level of care and support.

💜 Investing in knowledge. Strengthening our team. Protecting children.

03/19/2026

Another great story of Ardmore Officers doing amazing work!

A Kentucky man was arrested on a kidnapping charge after a missing Louisiana teen was found with him at an Ardmore truck stop Tuesday night.

STORY: https://www.kxii.com/2026/03/18/kentucky-man-arrested-after-missing-17-year-old-found-ardmore/

03/17/2026

Last night at the City of Ardmore Commission Meeting, we proudly recognized Ofc Interiano, Ofc Cantwell, Ofc Murrell and Of. rose for their outstanding courage and quick actions in saving a life.

Their professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to protecting our community represent the very best of our department.

Please join us in congratulating these officers on receiving the Life Saving Award — well deserved and a true reflection of what it means to serve.

02/09/2026

"To instill confidence and trust in the young officers who work for you, it truly starts with you — the administration."

A young LEO outlines 6 ways police leaders can rebuild morale: https://trib.al/Qomzu9f

01/21/2026

Congratulations to officers for their dedication to work! Officers received two awards from the Mayor at last night's city council meeting.

On December 18th, D Set received information from Ada PD about a kidnapping. The suspect's cell phone last pinged in Ardmore, and it had a very large radius on the ping. Within 25 minutes, officers were able to locate the suspect, take him into custody, and get the victim back home safely.

On December 23rd, officers located a stolen vehicle that was tied to a burglary in our jurisdiction. Two suspects were taken into custody, and thousands of dollars' worth of property was recovered. These arrests led to more investigations for other agencies from Dallas to OKC, as these suspects were burglarizing.

We are proud of our officers and the dedication they have to this city!

01/21/2026