DUNCAN, Oklahoma — The Duncan Police Department is mourning the sudden passing of Officer Vincent Schenck, prompting an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. As reported by local news outlets in
Independent Investigation Directed to Stephens County Sheriff
To maintain transparency and prevent potential conflicts of interest, the Duncan Police Department requested that the Stephens County Sheriff's Office, under the leadership of Sheriff Rick Lang, conduct an independent probe into the incident. Authorities have not publicly disclosed the cause, time, or specific location of Officer Schenck's death, nor have they clarified whether he was on or off duty at the time. Department leadership has urged the public to refrain from speculation while detectives and the Oklahoma Office of the Chief Medical Examiner complete their forensic inquiries.
Department Faces Heightened Scrutiny Following Recent Arrests
The sudden loss comes during a challenging period for the 52-officer municipal force, led by Police Chief Brian Attaway. Less than three weeks prior, Duncan Police Training Lieutenant Jarrod Bishop was arrested and placed on administrative leave facing charges of second-degree murder, leaving the scene of a fatal accident, and obstructing an officer following an off-duty hit-and-run involving a bicyclist. Sheriff's investigators indicated that findings regarding Officer Schenck's death will be released upon completion of official medical examiner reports.
