In a significant development, Michael Marlow, a fugitive wanted by the Oklahoma Attorney General, was arrested in Fort Worth, Texas, last week. Marlow had been on the run for over a year after being involved in a deadly car accident in Cotton County, Oklahoma, back in January 2022.
Marlow is facing serious charges, including 1st Degree Manslaughter, after a tragic accident that resulted in a fatality. Here’s a breakdown of the case and what’s next for Marlow.
The Incident and Charges Against Marlow
In January 2022, Michael Marlow was involved in a two-vehicle accident in Cotton County, Oklahoma. Following the crash, Marlow’s blood was tested, and the results showed he had methamphetamine in his system. Tragically, the accident led to the death of an individual, and Marlow was charged with 1st Degree Manslaughter.
In addition to the manslaughter charge, Marlow’s criminal record includes several prior convictions, such as:
- Making a false police report
- Property theft
- Driving without a valid driver’s license
- Driving while suspended
- Engaging in organized criminal activity
- Burglary
- Driving under the influence (DUI)
- Striking an unattended vehicle
- Fleeing from a police officer
Marlow Added to Oklahoma’s Most Wanted List
In January 2023, Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond added Michael Marlow to the Most Wanted Fugitives List in the state, due to his 1st degree manslaughter charge and his extensive criminal history.
Arrest in Fort Worth, Texas
After months of investigation, law enforcement tracked Marlow to a residential address in Fort Worth, Texas. With assistance from the Texas Attorney General’s Office, an arrest operation was coordinated. Marlow was apprehended and is now facing the 1st Degree Manslaughter charge in Oklahoma.
Drummond praised the collaborative effort of the investigators, stating,
“This arrest demonstrates our commitment to bringing dangerous offenders to justice, no matter where they attempt to hide. I commend our investigators and our law enforcement partners in Texas for their exceptional collaboration in locating and apprehending this fugitive who fled our state to escape accountability.”
What’s Next for Marlow?
Marlow is now set to be extradited back to Oklahoma, where he will face the 1st Degree Manslaughter charge in court. The tragic accident and his lengthy criminal history make this case particularly serious, and authorities are determined to hold him accountable for his actions.