Tulsa teen ambush murder suspect extradited from Mexico to face charges

Latest: 19-year-old Angel Ibarra extradited from Mexico, facing charges over the deadly ambush-style shooting in Tulsa. Insights into the timeline of his capture and ongoing police investigations.

Tuesday, July 22nd 2025, 6:44 am

By: Samantha Rupe

TULSA, Okla. -

A teenager wanted in a deadly double shooting at an apartment complex is back in Tulsa to face charges, following his extradition from Mexico.

Federal and local investigators say 19-year-old Angel Ibarra was captured by Homeland Security agents in April after more than two months on the run. Ibarra was transported back to Oklahoma on Monday.

Authorities believe Ibarra was involved in a deadly ambush-style shooting that left two teenagers dead in February.

Here's a look at the timeline of events leading to his extradition:

February 2025

Deadly shooting near 21st and Garnett

Police respond to a shooting at a Tulsa apartment complex near 21st Street and Garnett Road. Two teenagers are killed in what investigators describe as an ambush.

ORIGINAL STORY: 2 killed in 'ambush' shooting at Tulsa apartment complex, 1 suspect in custody

March 2025

Suspect identified

Investigators identify 19-year-old Angel Ibarra as a suspect in the case. He is charged with murder and shooting with intent to kill.

April 2025

Ibarra captured in Mexico

After more than two months on the run, Ibarra is located and captured in Mexico by U.S. Homeland Security agents. Officials begin the extradition process.