Crime
Nightclub Shooting in Amarillo Leaves One Dead, Several Injured, Three Suspects in Custody
Authorities recovered a firearm, multiple shell casings, and additional evidence believed to be connected to the shooting.
Amarillo, TX โ The Amarillo Police Department is investigating a deadly nightclub shooting that occurred in the early hours of January 26, 2025.
Authorities received multiple 911 calls at approximately 2:05 a.m., reporting gunfire in the 700 block of South Polk Street.
According to eyewitness accounts, a vehicle approached the entrance of a nightclub, where an unidentified individual exited and opened fire into a large crowd with a rifle.
After discharging multiple rounds, the suspect returned to the vehicle and fled the scene.
A vigilant citizen who witnessed the shooting followed the suspect’s vehicle and provided real-time location updates to 911 dispatchers.
Thanks to the individual’s efforts, Randall County Sheriff’s deputies were able to locate and intercept the suspect’s vehicle near Hillside Road and Bell Street.
Three individuals were taken into custody and transported to the Amarillo Police Department’s Homicide Division for further questioning.
Investigators confirmed that a total of nine individuals sustained gunshot wounds during the attack.
Responding Amarillo police officers immediately rendered life-saving aid, and emergency personnel from Amarillo Fire Department and AMR paramedics provided additional medical assistance.
Six victims were transported to two local hospitals, while three others arrived at medical facilities via private transportation.
Tragically, one victim, identified as 25-year-old John Love Louima, succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
His next of kin have been notified. The remaining victims are currently receiving treatment for varying degrees of injuries.
The suspected gunman has been identified as Robert Kenney Knox, 23, of Amarillo. The driver of the getaway vehicle was identified as Nahryah Hilesta Ines Hayes, 21, also of Amarillo. A third suspect, a passenger in the vehicle, was identified as Britt Brinson Cave, 22.
Knox and Hayes have been charged with:
- Murder
- Eight counts of deadly conduct/discharge of a firearm
They have been booked into the Potter County Detention Center.
Cave has been charged with public intoxication and is being held at the Randall County Detention Center.
Authorities recovered a firearm, multiple shell casings, and additional evidence believed to be connected to the shooting.
Preliminary findings suggest that the shooting stemmed from an earlier altercation inside the nightclub. Investigators believe the suspects left the premises following the dispute but later returned and carried out the attack.
The Amarillo Police Department’s Homicide Unit continues to investigate and urges anyone with information, including video footage from the scene, to come forward. Witnesses can contact detectives at 806-378-9468.
Authorities are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the shooting and ensure justice is served.
RANDALLSTOWN, Maryland โ Multiple people are injured following a violent stabbing incident that occurred in a residential neighborhood in Randallstown on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Baltimore County authorities received reports of a stabbing that was the culmination of an argument. Dispatch units were directed to the 9900 block of Tuscarora Road, specifically listing the location as 9914 Tuscarora Road.
Emergency responders identified at least five patients at the scene. This figure reportedly includes the suspected perpetrator, who police confirmed is currently in custody. The suspect also reportedly suffered from apparent stabbing injuries.
The nature and scope of the incident prompted a major medical response, with reports indicating five separate transport units were requested. Compounding the response challenge, authorities noted that patients were located in multiple different locations throughout the immediate area.
The condition of the victims is not immediately known. This information was based on initial dispatch reports, and authorities emphasized that all details are subject to change as the active investigation continues.