According to a press release from the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 26, 2018, Hughes County Sheriff’s Office requested OSBI assistance investigating the double murder of Ronny Key 53 and Katherine Fritz, 73 at their home.
The suspect in the homicides, Rodney Key, 30 was taken into custody in Pottawatomie County after a high speed pursuit.
Rodney Key is currently charged with Possession of Stolen Property and Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle.
OSBI agents continue to investigate and will prepare a comprehensive report for the Hughes County District Attorney’s Office.