BROKEN BOW, Okla. — The Broken Bow community is mourning the tragic and untimely death of 21-year-old Braden Uhlmann, who was fatally shot early Saturday morning at a residence off Rockhill Circle. The heartbreaking incident has left family, friends, and neighbors in shock as they try to process the sudden loss.

According to the McCurtain County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the scene just before 1:00 a.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. When they arrived, they found Uhlmann suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency responders acted quickly, transporting him to a nearby hospital, but despite their efforts, he later succumbed to his injuries.

Investigators with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) determined that 22-year-old Nolan Engel, who was present at the residence at the time of the incident, was responsible for the shooting. Authorities confirmed that Engel was taken into custody and booked into the McCurtain County Jail on a complaint of second-degree murder. No other injuries were reported.

Officials have not yet released further details about what led to the shooting, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities continue to review evidence and gather information to better understand the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.

Braden Uhlmann’s passing has left a deep void in the Broken Bow community. Those who knew him remember him as a kind-hearted and warm individual who brought light and positivity into the lives of others. His sudden death has deeply impacted loved ones, who are now grieving a life taken far too soon.

As the community comes together in mourning, friends and neighbors are extending thoughts, prayers, and support to Braden’s family during this incredibly difficult time. While his life was tragically cut short, his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.