dailyloe.com – Barry Christian, a candidate for State Senate District 38 in Oklahoma, was reported missing on Tuesday and found dead on Thursday. His campaign confirmed his death in a news release.
Authorities from the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) are conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Christian’s truck was located in the Sandy Sanders Wildlife Management Area, just south of Erick.
OSBI confirmed that the body found in the truck matched the description of Barry Christian, 54 years old. The truck, a 2024 charcoal gray Ram, was discovered near Highway 30.
Investigators are continuing to gather information about the case. A news release from Christian’s campaign provided details about his disappearance and subsequent discovery.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are cooperating with local law enforcement. The OSBI is expected to provide further updates as more information becomes available.
