Stillwater Police Arrested Three In Auto Burglary Sweep
Authorities recovered firearms and stolen property following a search warrant at a local apartment complex.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Property Crime
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Stillwater police arrested two men on firearm and stolen property charges following an investigation into local auto burglaries. A third suspect remains at large as the department continues its search.
Why it matters
The recovery of multiple firearms from a residence highlights the ongoing danger associated with auto burglaries in the city. Authorities are actively working to connect the seized items to crime reports.
Laquantae Weece, 25, and Patrick Christopher Sr., 44, were taken into custody on charges including possession of a firearm after a felony conviction. A warrant remains active for 19-year-old Trenton Deshawn Christopher.
The players
Stillwater Police Department
This is the primary local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating criminal activity and public safety within Stillwater.
Laquantae Weece
He is a 25-year-old suspect arrested on charges of possession of a firearm after a felony conviction and possession of stolen property.
Patrick Christopher Sr.
He is a 44-year-old suspect arrested on charges of possession of a firearm after a felony conviction and possession of stolen property.
Trenton Deshawn Christopher
He is a 19-year-old suspect identified by police who remains at large.
The details
Officers initiated the investigation after responding to a burglary report at 9th Avenue and Country Club Road. The Stillwater Police Department Multijurisdictional Special Operations Team subsequently executed a search warrant at an apartment on 1300 W. 4th Avenue where they found the cache of items.
Timeline
The Stillwater Police Department reported on the investigation and arrests on October 2, 2026.
Legal Context
This enforcement action aligns with local efforts to mitigate property crime spikes through multi-agency task force operations. Similar investigations in the region frequently lead to the discovery of illegal weapons caches during property search warrants.
Residents are encouraged to contact the Stillwater Police Department at 405-533-8477 if they have information regarding the whereabouts of the third suspect. This investigation has prompted heightened security focus in neighborhoods near 9th Avenue and Country Club Road.
The takeaway
Securing vehicles and reporting missing items promptly remain the most effective ways for residents to assist in law enforcement efforts. The discovery of firearms reinforces the necessity of reporting any suspicious activity observed in residential areas.
Further reading
For more information on local trends, visit the Property Crime section.
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