Authorities are investigating the tragic death of 53-year-old Traci Byrd, whose body was discovered earlier this week in a wooded area near Highway 72 and Highway 266, McIntosh County officials confirmed. Deputies responding to the scene immediately treated the case as a homicide.
Nearby, law enforcement found 47-year-old Armando Mustafa Rojas Caceras of Hugo inside a barn with injuries consistent with a struggle. He was taken into custody, received medical attention, and is cooperating with investigators. Charges are pending as authorities continue their investigation.
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The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) is assisting local officials in collecting evidence, processing the scene, and piecing together the events that led to Byrd’s death. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the official cause and manner of death, which will play a key role in the ongoing case.
Friends and neighbors describe Traci Byrd as a compassionate and kindhearted woman, and the news of her death has left the Hugo and McIntosh County communities in shock and mourning. Residents have shared condolences and called for justice as investigators continue to gather information.
Authorities are urging anyone with knowledge related to the case to contact the McIntosh County Sheriff’s Office or the District Attorney’s Office.
This devastating incident highlights both the fragility of life and the importance of community support in times of tragedy. Officials have pledged a thorough investigation, with further updates expected as more information becomes available.