Oklahoma former judge arrested after unloading gun toward Halloween trick treaters, cops say

Police respond in Duncan

Duncan police said officers arrived at 8.02 p.m. on October 31 after witnesses directed them to a property in the city. Herberger, a former judge from Stephens County, was accused of firing toward trick-or-treaters.

Police said Herberger pointed his firearm at an officer upon the officers’ arrival. He later complied with their demands and left the residence before being arrested and taken to Stephens County Jail.

Three charges listed

Jail records reviewed by The Independent list three charges against Herberger: attempted murder, assault and battery with a deadly weapon, and possession of a firearm while intoxicated. Authorities have not released further details about the incident or explained why Herberger allegedly fired at others. The Duncan Police Department was contacted for further comment.

Police say no injuries reported

Police said no one was reported injured and that everyone involved was safe. Duncan is around 80 miles south of Oklahoma City. Before Halloween festivities, the city encouraged residents to stay safe during its citywide trick-or-treating event. A city council spokesperson urged people in a Facebook post to drive safely and watch out for children.