In the quiet hours just before midnight on Sunday, August 17, 2025, the serene atmosphere of Enid, Oklahoma, was shattered by a violent confrontation at Integris Health Center, a cornerstone of healthcare in the region. What began as a domestic dispute spiraled into a deadly shooting, claiming the lives of two men: a hospital security guard named James Bode and the armed suspect who unleashed chaos. As the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) and Enid Police Department piece together the events, a chilling narrative of quick response and tragic loss emerges from the heart of this close-knit community.
The incident unfolded shortly before 11 p.m., when Enid police received a call about a possible domestic dispute at a residence near the hospital, located at the intersection of West Owen K. Garriott Road and South Van Buren Street. Officers swiftly tracked the suspect’s vehicle to the Integris Health Center, where the situation took a deadly turn. As they approached the suspect, parked ominously outside the hospital’s front doors, he opened fire, striking at least one police vehicle. Undeterred, the suspect stormed into the hospital, his rifle and handgun blazing in a terrifying rampage.
Inside, the suspect’s gunfire found a tragic target: James Bode, a dedicated security guard at Integris Health Center. Bode, who was not involved in the original domestic dispute, was fatally shot, his life cut short in a selfless effort to protect the hospital’s patients and staff. As panic gripped the facility, Enid police officers pursued the gunman inside, engaging him in a tense confrontation. In a decisive response, officers returned fire, fatally wounding the suspect and bringing the immediate threat to an end. Miraculously, no patients, medical staff, or law enforcement officers were injured in the exchange.
“We’re very fortunate that no one else was hit,” said Hunter McKee, Public Information Officer for the OSBI, his voice heavy with the weight of the near-catastrophe. “This could have been a lot worse. We’re grateful officers ended the threat as quickly as they did.” McKee’s words underscore the bravery and swift action of the Enid Police Department, whose rapid response likely prevented further loss of life.
By Monday morning, August 18, the hospital remained a hive of investigative activity. Law enforcement vehicles surrounded the facility, and the suspect’s vehicle—a grim relic of the night’s violence—stood abandoned outside the emergency room entrance. The main entrance was closed to the public, though hospital operations continued under controlled conditions, ensuring patients could still receive care. The OSBI, now leading the investigation, is working tirelessly to uncover the suspect’s motives and the circumstances that drew him to the hospital that fateful night.
As Enid grapples with the shock of this tragedy, questions linger about the suspect’s intentions and the events leading to such a violent escalation. Authorities have assured the public there is no ongoing threat, but the loss of James Bode, a security guard who stood as a protector in the face of danger, weighs heavily on the community. The identities of both the victim and the suspect remain closely guarded as officials work to notify next of kin, adding a layer of somber respect to the ongoing investigation.
Integris Health Center, a beacon of healing in northwestern Oklahoma, now bears the scars of this violent episode. Yet, the resilience of its staff and the bravery of Enid’s law enforcement stand as testaments to the strength of this community. As the investigation continues, Enid mourns, reflects, and rallies together, determined to find answers and honor the memory of a fallen guardian.