Last Updated on August 31, 2023, 8:05 AM | Published: August 31, 2023
OKLAHOMA CITY (Canadian County) — Oklahoma City Police believe a Cleveland County Deputy Sheriff was shot to death by her husband, also a Cleveland County Deputy.
MSgt. Gary Knight with the OKCPD reports that their officers were called to 10913 SW 30th St. at 1:57 a.m. in Oklahoma City limits in eastern Canadian County for a “domestic disturbance/possible shooting.”
When they arrived, they discovered a female, Jordan Cannon, who had already died and “appeared to have been shot to death.”
Her husband, Vaughn Cannon, still at the scene, was taken into custody as a suspect and booked into the Canadian County Jail on a murder complaint.
From their investigation, detectives believe that the two were “engaged in a heated argument when Mr. Cannon shot and killed Mrs. Cannon,” according to Knight.
The death is homicide #56 for the City of Oklahoma City in 2023.
“To be honest with you, I’m pissed off,” said Cleveland County Sheriff Chris Amason on Wednesday afternoon in a news conference.
Amason told the news media that he had fired Vaughn Cannon that day.
‘Ray of sunshine’
In the news conference, Amason was direct about Jordan Cannon’s value to the Sheriff’s office and the community.
“She was a ray of sunshine. She had a smile that could light up a room.”
“She loved law enforcement and had a heart to serve in the community.”
“She was close to many of her co-workers and the citizens of our community. And, her loss will be felt for a very, very long time.”
Memorial in front of courthouse
The Sheriff’s office had already created a memorial for Jordan Cannon Wednesday with a patrol car and sprays of flowers in front of the Cleveland County Courthouse.
A fellow officer stood vigil at the site.
The Sheriff’s Office posted the following statement about the death:
Okarche Police statement
Jordan Cannon had been with the Okarche Police Department prior to joining the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office. The Chief of the Okarche Police Department issued the following statement Wednesday:
We hurt today.
In the end, it’s not the years in the uniform that count; it’s the sacrifices made, the lives touched, and the legacy left behind.
We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Cleveland County Deputy Jordan Cannon, a brave officer who was senselessly murdered last night. This heinous act not only robs us of a dedicated and courageous public servant, but it also shakes the very foundations of the community she served. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Cannon’s family, friends, and colleagues as they navigate through this unimaginable pain and grief.
We call on the community to come together, to support one another, and to honor the memory of this fallen hero by fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and cooperation. May she never be forgotten.
Early in her career, Deputy Jordan served the Okarche Community. Many will remember her dedication to the Okarche Public Schools, where she would be found most days reading to kids and keeping them safe. She was an outstanding example to us all.
You will be missed.
Okarche Chief of Police Forrest Smith
Police are looking for information
The Oklahoma City Police Department is in the early phases of an active investigation.
Free Press will continue to give updates to this story as we obtain reliable information.
OKCPD is asking anyone with any information to contact the Homicide Tip Line at 405/297-1200.
Note: As of publication, the information provided by the OKCPD has not yet been tested in court. Under the law, all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty before a jury of their peers or a plea of guilt.
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