Okmulgee County Man Accused Of Attacking Father With Sword Charged With Murder

An Okmulgee County man accused of attacking his father with a sword is now charged with murder. Deputies arrested Diamond Britt last Tuesday after they say he attacked Gary Britt with the sword near Henryetta. Officials say Gary Britt died on Wednesday. <br/>

Thursday, September 26th 2019, 7:34 am

By: David Prock


An Okmulgee County man accused of attacking his father with a sword is now charged with murder.

Deputies arrested Diamond Britt last Tuesday after they say he attacked Gary Britt with the sword near Henryetta. Officials say Gary Britt died on Wednesday.

Diamond Britt is being held without bond.

David Prock

David Prock is a digital content producer for Griffin Media and is a regular contributor to both News9.com and NewsOn6.com.

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