OSBI investigating deaths of 2 people in Mayes County

The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation is assisting Mayes County authorities in investigating the deaths of a man and woman found inside a trailer home southeast of Chouteau.

A friend discovered the bodies at the residence off Highway 412 and South 432 Road and called police, officials said.

Major Rod Howe of the Mayes County Sheriff's Office said investigators are still gathering information. "We're in the fact-finding process. We hate to speculate on anything," he said. "We’re bringing all our resources together to determine the who, what, when, where, why, and how."

Authorities believe the two were in a relationship but have not released their identities. The state medical examiner’s office will determine the cause of death.

Officials say there is no threat to the public as the investigation continues.