A man was stabbed in his apartment on Saturday evening after being chased into his home by a suspect in downtown Tulsa. The incident occurred at the Beacon Building, located near South Boulder Avenue West and West 4th Street, and led to the arrest of 29-year-old Cortez Martin, who is facing multiple charges.
Details of the Incident
The Tulsa Police Department initially responded to a disturbance call at 6:05 p.m. on Saturday, reporting a man yelling and causing a public disturbance in the Beacon Building. Officers arrived at the scene but were unable to locate the suspect.
As the officers were leaving the building, they received a follow-up call indicating a stabbing had occurred in one of the apartments. According to police reports, the suspect, later identified as Cortez Martin, had yelled racial slurs at the victim and his friend while they were heading to the victim’s apartment.
The Confrontation and Stabbing
The suspect, Martin, reportedly followed the victim and his friend into the apartment and continued his verbal assault. When the two men entered the victim’s bedroom, Martin chased them inside. Authorities stated that a physical struggle ensued over the bedroom door. In an attempt to protect himself, the victim grabbed a box cutter and stabbed Martin through the door’s opening.
After being injured, Martin fled the apartment. Police located him shortly afterward, and he was arrested.
Charges and Arrest
Cortez Martin was transported to the Tulsa County Jail, where he is facing multiple charges, including:
- First Degree Burglary
- Public Intoxication
- Public Nuisance
Summary Table
| Subject | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date | Saturday, 6:05 p.m. |
| Location | Beacon Building, near South Boulder Avenue West and West 4th Street, Tulsa |
| Suspect | Cortez Martin (29 years old) |
| Charges | First Degree Burglary, Public Intoxication, Public Nuisance |
| Victim | Man who was chased into his apartment, stabbed by Martin |
| Weapon Used | Box cutter |
| Incident Details | Suspect followed victim and friend into apartment, chased them into bedroom, and was stabbed after struggling with the door |
| Outcome | Martin arrested and transported to Tulsa County Jail |
A Dangerous Confrontation
The altercation, which began as a public disturbance and escalated into a violent confrontation inside the apartment, highlights the risks of encounters involving public disturbances and personal safety. The victim was not reported to have been injured during the incident. Martin is now facing serious charges for his actions, and police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the stabbing.
