Six people injured after 'gang-related' shooting at Plum Creek Apartments

Six people were hospitalized following a Wednesday evening shooting at the Plum Creek Apartments located in the 5900 block of Plum Creek, according to an update released by the Amarillo Police Department.

Officers responded to reports of gunfire around 8 p.m., where investigators say a confrontation between two individuals escalated into a shooting. Authorities described the incident as stemming from a “gang-related dispute,” during which both individuals allegedly exchanged gunfire.

Police said the two primary individuals involved were injured in the exchange, along with four additional bystanders who were in the surrounding area at the time. All six victims were transported to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries. Their current conditions have not been publicly released.

Multiple law enforcement agencies assisted at the scene, including the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Potter County Sheriff's Office. According to police, at least one person was apprehended by DPS while attempting to leave the area.

Jeremiah Hunter, age 18, was arrested and charged with tampering with evidence.  He was booked into the Potter County jail. 

Authorities have not announced any other arrests or filed charges in connection with the shooting at this time.

As of Thursday morning, the Amarillo Police Department said the investigation remains active. Officials indicated that further details will be released as they become available.

The Amarillo Police Department also released the following statement about recent gang violence in the city: 

Like many in our community, we are deeply saddened and concerned by the recent acts of violence in Amarillo. We understand the fear, frustration, and questions many of our citizens are experiencing, and we want you to know that we hear you and we share those concerns.

We have seen comments regarding gang violence and public safety. A few weeks ago, Chief Hover addressed these concerns and other issues facing our community in a video message, and we want to share it again to reassure our citizens that these concerns are not being ignored. 

In response to violent crime, the Amarillo Police Department added a dedicated Gang Unit and increased patrol staffing by adding 15 additional personnel to patrol operations in May 2026. These are just some of the steps being taken as part of our ongoing commitment to proactively address violent crime and keep our community safe.

Thank you for continuing to place your trust in the Amarillo Police Department. Public safety is a shared responsibility, and by working together as a community, we can make Amarillo a safer place for everyone.