Oklahoma City homicide detectives have launched a citywide manhunt for 18-year-old Kaleb Simpkins, who is wanted in connection with a homicide investigation listed as case number 26-4418. Authorities say the U.S. Marshals Service is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to his arrest, and Crime Stoppers may provide a separate cash reward. Police are warning that Simpkins should not be approached, and anyone with information is urged to contact investigators instead of trying to intervene, as reported by the Oklahoma City Police X account.
Police post and case details
OKCPD Homicide investigators are asking for the public’s help locating wanted homicide suspect 18-year-old Kaleb Simpkins. A Crime Stoppers cash reward is possible and the U.S. Marshals Service is offering up to $5,000 in reward money. Case # 26-4418 pic.twitter.com/P0OOHKkXqJ
— Oklahoma City Police (@OKCPD) February 24, 2026
According to the Oklahoma City Police, Simpkins is an 18-year-old suspect wanted in homicide case No. 26-4418, and investigators are asking anyone with information to come forward. The post does not list an incident address or provide a detailed narrative, and police say additional details will be released as the investigation continues.
Rewards and partner agencies
The post notes that the U.S. Marshals Service is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to an arrest. The Marshals regularly publish local reward notices when they assist with fugitive searches. Crime Stoppers of Oklahoma City states it will pay up to $1,000 for tips that lead to charges or an arrest in a felony case, and may provide a separate cash reward tied to this investigation.
How to report a tip
Anyone with information about Simpkins is asked to call the OKCPD Homicide Tip Line at 405-297-1200, Crime Stoppers at 405-235-7300, or, for callers outside the local area, police dispatch at 405-231-2121. In the event of an immediate threat, call or text 911. Phone numbers and reporting guidance are listed on the City of Oklahoma City police contact page.
