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Oklahoma City Officers Suspended for April Fools' Prank

4/7/2026

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Several Oklahoma City Police Department officers were suspended for falsely reporting a baby was thrown from a car as an April Fools' prank.
The incident occurred on April 1 when an officer misled dispatchers by claiming their radio was malfunctioning.
This misreporting caused chaotic radio exchanges as dispatchers scrambled to respond.
All involved officers are on administrative leave.
Misuse of 911 can result in a $500 fine and up to 90 days in jail.

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Story summary

Several Oklahoma City Police Department officers were suspended for falsely reporting a baby was thrown from a car as an April Fools' prank.
The incident occurred on April 1 when an officer misled dispatchers by claiming their radio was malfunctioning.
This misreporting caused chaotic radio exchanges as dispatchers scrambled to respond.
All involved officers are on administrative leave.
Misuse of 911 can result in a $500 fine and up to 90 days in jail.