Elderly man at center of OKC police use-of-force case dies
Originally reported by News 9 — 2025-10-04
A 72-year-old man, Lich Vu, died nearly a year after being violently arrested by an Oklahoma City police officer during a traffic stop in October 2024. The incident led to public outcry and charges against the officer, but they were later dismissed. Community leaders called for reform and de-escalation training.
Key Facts
- Lich Vu died nearly a year after being violently arrested by an Oklahoma City police officer
- The arrest occurred during a traffic stop in October 2024
- Officer Joseph Gibson was charged with aggravated assault and battery, but charges were later dismissed
Incident Details
| Location | Oklahoma City, State of Oklahoma |
| Department | Oklahoma City Police Department (OCPD) |
| Officers Involved | Joseph Gibson |
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