Police in Amarillo, Texas, are seeking the public’s assistance following a mass shooting at a house party that resulted in the deaths of two teenagers and injuries to 10 others. The incident occurred early Saturday morning at an apartment complex near Interstate 40, approximately 6 miles west of downtown Amarillo.
Details of the Incident
According to city authorities, two suspects opened fire at the apartment complex around 2 a.m. local time. Officials have released footage showing the suspects firing weapons, followed by chaotic scenes of people screaming and running. Police are urging residents to check doorbell and surveillance cameras for any suspicious activity around that time.
Neighbor Phillip Thrasher described the aftermath to KTVT-TV: "When I looked outside and came outside it was complete chaos. There were kids running everywhere, just screaming and running. They didn't even know where they were running to. Then moms and dads showed up to rescue their kids. The ones that could, the ones that couldn't were so upset. There was nothing you could do."
Victims and Suspects
Amarillo police confirmed that two teens, aged 16 and 17, were killed, and 10 others sustained injuries. The conditions of the wounded have not been released. Police Chief Thomas Hover stated that the suspects had an affiliation with the targeted location and were known to one of the occupants at the party. He added that the individuals involved had been at a different party earlier and were asked to leave before moving to the complex where the shooting occurred.
Police Response and Community Impact
Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the shooting. In response to the incident, police have increased patrol staffing, particularly after separate shootings killed six people in Amarillo on March 22. Phone messages left for police officials and apartment management were not immediately returned.
Police are asking anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.
