Local authorities are maintaining patrolling levels through the weekend after a shooting in Midtown this week left nine injured.
After the May 5 shooting near The Collective, the Oklahoma City Police Department has said they’ve found there to be no need for a supplemental presence in Midtown as the department has already anticipated for game days.
“We already have an enhanced presence with the games going on,” Sgt. Gary Knight said. “[It’ll be] nothing different than normal.”
Knight said the department typically has a heightened presence on game days, predominantly in downtown and Bricktown, as those tend to be busier areas.
Restaurants and bars in the area have also noted that they are not adding additional security detail beyond their already-sourced security.
Businesses like Fassler Hall and McNellie’s state they already have security on site and plan to maintain that level through the weekend as the Thunder take on the Denver at Ball Arena.
When is the next Thunder game?
The Oklahoma City Thunder face off against the Denver Nuggets in Denver, Colorado on Friday, May 9 at 9 p.m. CT.
Where to watch Thunder play from OKC
If you wish to watch the OKC Thunder in action, with a chance at giveaways, four different businesses host official watch parties during each game. These include:
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OKC Tap House (100 Oklahoma City Blvd)
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Social Capital (517 S Hudson Ave)
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Truck Yard – Bricktown (240 Centennial Dr)
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Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill – Bricktown (310 Johnny Bench Dr)
Other locations in town are part of the Thunder Bar Network and will also show the game and include Bungalow 23, Louie’s Grill & Bar and The Collective among several others.
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