Tulsa Man Charged with Murder After Infant Son Found Covered in Bruises and Bite Marks
TULSA, Okla. — A Tulsa man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his two-month-old son, after police said the baby was found with broken bones, bruises, and human bite marks across his body.
Authorities identified the suspect as Landon McCullah, who was taken into custody this week following a detailed investigation into what officers called “one of the most disturbing cases” they’ve seen in recent years.
Infant Found Unresponsive in Apartment
According to a probable cause affidavit, officers responded to an apartment near 7100 South Erie Avenue on October 28, 2025, after receiving a call about an infant who was not breathing and was in cardiac arrest.
Paramedics were able to revive the child, who was then rushed to a local hospital and placed in Pediatric Intensive Care in critical condition.
Doctors determined the baby had sustained extensive injuries, including:
- Several broken ribs not consistent with CPR
- Bilateral retinal bleeding
- A swollen brain
- Bruises on the face, back, hips, neck, arms, and legs
- Multiple human bite marks
Medical staff concluded the child’s injuries were the result of severe abuse, not an accident.
Contradictory Statements to Investigators
Detectives from the Tulsa Police Department’s Child Crisis Unit interviewed McCullah, who was reportedly the baby’s primary caregiver and had been alone with the child for the previous 24 hours.
Investigators say McCullah gave inconsistent stories about what happened to his son. When asked about the bite marks, he allegedly claimed he had used his teeth on the baby’s shoulder to “hold him in place” while swaddling him in a blanket.
Police said others familiar with the family gave conflicting accounts, and additional evidence pointed to ongoing physical abuse in the days leading up to the infant’s collapse.
Baby Declared Brain Dead and Removed from Life Support
On October 30, hospital staff declared the baby brain dead. The following day, October 31, he was removed from life support.
After reviewing medical findings and witness interviews, detectives obtained a warrant for McCullah’s arrest. He was later taken into custody without incident.
McCullah Held Without Bond
Investigators said McCullah is currently unemployed, has no permanent residence, and was considered a flight risk. His bond was set at $5 million.
Tulsa Police emphasized that the case remains under active investigation and that prosecutors are expected to pursue a full murder conviction.
This is a developing case. Follow continuing updates and community crime coverage at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
