FBI Oklahoma City
Press Office
405-290-3992
January 31, 2019

FBI Responding to Hazardous Material Found in Lawton Residence

The FBI is responding alongside federal, state, and local partners to a residence in Lawton, Oklahoma that may contain hazardous material.

Following the execution of a narcotics arrest warrant, conducted by Lawton Police Department, materials were found inside the residence with an indication of hazardous properties.

The subject of the arrest warrant is currently in custody.

Assisting agencies include the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Oklahoma National Guard, Lawton Police Department, Lawton Fire Department, Oklahoma Highway Patrol, and the Comanche County Office of Emergency Management.

Law enforcement has established a safe perimeter at the location and asks that all individuals stay away from the area.

As this is an ongoing matter, no further information or specific details will be released at this time.