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Oklahoma Teen Accused of Killing Brother After Video-Game Dispute Booked on Murder Complaint

Police describe a self-reported stabbing followed by immediate arrest on a first-degree murder complaint.

Overview

  • Oklahoma City police say William Spencer, 19, became angry while playing a video game with his brother Nicholas, 25, and stabbed him at a Del City residence on Jan. 18.
  • According to police, a 911 caller reported the stabbing just before 8:30 p.m., and officers arrived to find Nicholas with serious wounds.
  • Paramedics transported Nicholas to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead, authorities and local reports state.
  • Investigators say William remained at the scene, was detained, interviewed, and booked into the Oklahoma County Detention Center on a first-degree murder complaint.
  • Media reports cite a $10 million bond, though accounts differ on custody details; police have not specified the game involved, despite one outlet naming Fortnite, and the investigation remains active with a homicide tip line open.