TULSA, Okla. — A 66-year-old woman was arrested Wednesday night after Tulsa police say she assaulted a man during an argument over religious beliefs, triggering a medical emergency.
According to the Tulsa Police Department, officers responded at approximately 10:18 p.m. on June 24 to a reported assault in progress near Admiral Place and North 183rd East Avenue.
When officers arrived, they found a 55-year-old man receiving medical treatment from paramedics.
The victim told officers he had been standing outside talking with another woman when 66-year-old Kristi Slocum approached them and began arguing about their religious beliefs. According to police, the victim disagreed with Slocum's views.
Investigators said Slocum allegedly began punching and pushing the man. The victim, who has a pacemaker, told officers the confrontation triggered a medical episode that caused him to suffer additional injuries after he fell to the ground.
Police said Slocum refused to cooperate with officers at the scene and claimed she was unable to stand. She was transported to a local hospital for evaluation before being booked into the Tulsa County Jail.
Slocum was arrested on a charge of Aggravated Assault and Battery.
Authorities said Slocum is a tribal citizen, and under the McGirt decision, the case will be referred to the FBI and the appropriate tribal authorities for prosecution.
The investigation remains ongoing.