TULSA, Okla. — Kendrick Oakley, a pastor at DestinyLife Church in Claremore, has been removed from all church and school positions following his arrest on 11 counts of Peeping Tom with photographic or electronic equipment.
According to Tulsa Police, Oakley, 34, was identified as the suspect who followed a woman around a Hobby Lobby store in Tulsa on July 9, 2024, attempting to film under her skirt multiple times. Security footage reportedly showed him making 11 attempts over a 16-minute span.
An arrest warrant was issued, and Oakley was taken into custody on August 6, 2025. He was booked into Rogers County Jail and later released on bond.
Originally, prosecution was delayed due to Oakley claiming Native American status under the McGirt ruling, which affects jurisdictional authority in certain cases. However, a court later determined that McGirt did not apply to Oakley, and he did not qualify for Cherokee Nation citizenship. This allowed the Tulsa County District Attorney’s Office to move forward with charges on August 1.
Oakley had served as a staff member at DestinyLife Church for three years and was recently elected to the board of Claremore Christian School (CCS) in May, though he had not yet participated in any meetings or decisions.
In a joint statement, DestinyLife Church and CCS confirmed Oakley’s removal from all positions. “This is heartbreaking news,” said Lead Pastor Glenn Shaffer. “Our greatest concern is for the victim and their family, as well as for those in our church and school communities who are impacted.”
The church said it is cooperating fully with law enforcement and urged prayer and support for everyone affected.
Oakley is currently awaiting legal proceedings.
