Lawton police are investigating a homicide after a man was shot and killed in the 100 block of NE Arlington on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The victim was identified as Calvin Barnett, and his family has been notified of his passing.

Officers with the Lawton Police Department responded to the area following reports of a possible shooting.

After arriving on the scene, the incident was later classified as a homicide. The Criminal Investigation Division is now actively working the case, and detectives are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Barnett, who was originally from Gulfport, Mississippi, and had made Lawton his home, was described by those who knew him as a deeply loved figure in the community. Friends and family members took to social media to share their grief, remembering him as someone who made a lasting impact on the people around him.

A Community Speaks Out in Grief

One woman who identified herself as his sister posted a heartfelt tribute online, saying she woke up to the devastating news that her brother had been murdered.

She described the pain as something she could not put into words and vowed to keep fighting for justice in his name, promising that the truth would come to light no matter how long it took.

Others who knew Barnett also shared their condolences. Friends referred to him by the nickname C-Note and remembered him fondly for his loyalty, long conversations, and the warmth he brought to those around him.

One person described him as someone who was like a big brother, while others simply expressed that they could not believe he was gone.

A community member named Ashley Hart called on Lawton residents to come together and support the Barnett family during this difficult time, urging others to help send him home properly and in a way that honored who he was and where he came from.

Investigators Ask Public for Help

The Lawton Police Department is urging anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or who has any information about what happened that night to reach out to investigators.

Those with tips can contact the Criminal Investigation Division directly at 580-581-3272. People who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers of Southwest Oklahoma at 580-355-4636.

Homicide investigations often rely heavily on community cooperation, especially in the early days following an incident. Witnesses, neighbors, or anyone who may have seen something unusual in the 100 block of NE Arlington area on the evening of June 6 are encouraged to come forward.

As of now, no suspect information has been released to the public, and no arrests have been announced. The investigation remains active and ongoing.

Calvin Barnett leaves behind a community of friends and loved ones who are now grieving his loss and demanding accountability.

His sister made clear in her message that she intends to stay strong and keep his memory alive. Many who knew him echoed that sentiment, promising that he would not be forgotten.

Anyone with details about this case is asked to contact law enforcement as soon as possible to help bring closure to the Barnett family and answers to a community still reeling from this tragedy.