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Oklahoma City Marks 35th Homicide Following Fatal Shooting, Patrick Herrera Charged in Edwin Jelinek's Death

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Published on June 25, 2025
Oklahoma City Marks 35th Homicide Following Fatal Shooting, Patrick Herrera Charged in Edwin Jelinek's DeathSource: Google Street View

Edwin Jelinek was killed in a shooting on Tuesday. The incident happened outside a residence at 2505 SW 45th St., where Jelinek was injured and later died, according to the City of Oklahoma City.

Following the shooting, the suspect, Patrick Herrera, attempted to flee but was stopped by police who spotted his burgundy vehicle. After a short, slow-speed pursuit, he surrendered outside a residence. Herrera was taken into custody and formally charged with murder, as reported by the City of Oklahoma City.

A dispute between Edwin Jelinek and Herrera is believed to have led to the incident now classified as the city's 35th homicide of the year. Herrera is in custody, and the investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine the full circumstances, as stated by the City of Oklahoma City.