State investigators are turning the spotlight back on a 2021 Delaware County homicide, publicly naming the victim and asking for fresh help from anyone who might know what happened. The case centers on 37-year-old Brett Scheele, whose burned body was discovered along South 609 Road on December 9, 2021. The killing remains unsolved, and investigators say new tips could be key.
OSBI Puts The Case In The Spotlight
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation has now placed Scheele’s death in its “Cold Case Spotlight,” noting that the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office requested the agency’s assistance in the investigation. In its post, OSBI describes the spotlight as part of an ongoing effort to refresh public attention on older unsolved homicides and generate new leads.
What The Coverage Says
According to KFOR, Scheele was 37 when his body was found on December 9, 2021 along South 609 Road, and investigators determined that his body had been burned. KFOR also reports that, as of the agency’s recent spotlight post, no arrests have been announced in the case.
Why Investigators Are Pushing Again
OSBI’s renewed focus comes as the agency leans on multimedia spotlights and regional partnerships to call attention to unsolved homicides, a tactic agencies often use to surface new witnesses or tips, according to the bureau’s post. Officials note that public appeals and advances in forensic tools can sometimes give long-stalled cases new momentum.
How To Help The Investigation
Anyone with information is asked to contact the OSBI tip line at 1-800-522-8017 or email [email protected]. Potential witnesses can also reach out directly to the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office. Those details are included in the social media spotlight from the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.
