An Oklahoma man is set to appear in federal court this week after being charged with a series of serious crimes, including attempting to kill federal law enforcement officers and making violent threats online.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the case involves multiple social media posts and a standoff that ended with gunfire.
Federal Charges Filed in Oklahoma
Taylor Prigmore, 30, of McLoud, Oklahoma, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in the Western District of Oklahoma. Prosecutors say he made repeated threats against federal agents, political supporters, and even the President of the United States.
According to court documents, Prigmore allegedly posted several violent messages on YouTube between May 2025 and January 2026. In those posts, he reportedly threatened to kill federal law enforcement officers and encouraged others to do the same.
Federal prosecutors allege the threats were not just online statements but were followed by real-world actions.
Alleged Threatening Online Posts
The indictment states that on multiple occasions, Prigmore posted messages calling for violence. Some of the posts reportedly included threats against “MAGA” supporters and President Donald Trump.
Authorities say the posts included statements about preparing for violence and encouraging people to buy weapons. Federal investigators claim the threats continued over several months, showing a pattern of escalating language.
Officials also allege that he openly stated he intended to kill federal agents if they came to his home.
FBI Arrest and Armed Standoff
On January 19, 2026, FBI agents arrested Prigmore. According to a Justice Department press release, there was a brief standoff before he was taken into custody.
During that standoff, officials say Prigmore fired multiple rounds at federal agents. Thankfully, no officers were injured.
Investigators later recovered a Hi-Point model Luger C9 9mm semiautomatic pistol, which they say was used during the incident.
List of Charges
Prigmore now faces several federal charges, including:
- Attempted murder of federal law enforcement officers
- Assaulting federal officers
- Possessing, brandishing, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence
- Four counts of threatening to murder federal officers
- Two counts of communicating threats
If convicted on all counts, he could face up to 100 years in federal prison and fines reaching $2.25 million.
Upcoming Court Appearance
Prigmore is scheduled to be arraigned this week in federal court. During the arraignment, he will formally hear the charges against him and enter a plea.
Federal authorities continue to emphasise that threats against law enforcement or public officials are taken seriously, especially when accompanied by weapons and violent action.
