Suspect in Recent Hit and Run on 10th Street Arrested

A few weeks ago we told you about a hit and run that happened on 10th Street. They now have a suspect in custody.

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The suspect in the hit and run has been identified as Stephanie Luna, a 33-year old female. She has been charged with 2 counts of Accident Involving Serious Bodily Injury. This charge is a 3rd degree felony. The suspect, turned herself in to the Potter County Detention Center. The APD Traffic Investigation Squad is still investigation.

Original Story:

The Amarillo Police were called out to an accident on early Saturday morning, February 19th at 1:46 am. The location of the incident was on SW 10th. A white SUV hit two women crossing the street. They were not crossing at cross walk or intersection.

The white SUV left the scene.

A 36-year-old woman was taken to the hospital with life threatening injuries. The second woman, 24-years-old, was also taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The APD Traffic Investigation Unit is investigating this hit and run, and they are needing the help of the Amarillo public. If you have any information about the incident call the Amarillo Police Department Traffic Unit at 806-378-4250. If you would like to make an anonymous report you can call Amarillo Crime Stoppers at 806-374-4400 or submit a tip online at amapolice.org, or the P3 app.

Disclaimer: the following video contains images of these two women being hit, please use discretion when watching.

We'll keep you up today as this story continues. Hopefully justice will be served for these victims.

Amarillo Murders in 2021

With an official tally of 27 murders, the year 2021 saw the highest number of homicides in Amarillo since 1994.

Below is a closer look at the year's criminal acts that resulted in life lost.

**Note from the Editor: The following is not an exhaustive list. We have compiled what you see below from news reports, official police statements, along with where the case stands in the court system. If you see any errors in reporting or fact, please email the editor directly at sarah.clark@townsquaremedia.com along with any supporting documents.

We wish to stress that all individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

***Not pictured: Edward Matthew Gamez

Amarillo's Most Wanted: Help Bring These Fugitives to Justice

These are the fugitives who make up Amarillo's Most Wanted list. The individuals on this list have been accused of serious crimes and are considered a danger to society.

If you have any information about these FUGITIVES, you are urged to call Amarillo Crime Stoppers at (806) 374-4400 or submit a Web Tip by visiting THIS LINK.

NEVER TRY TO DETAIN THE FUGITIVE YOURSELF!

You do not have to give your name. AMARILLO CRIME STOPPERS will pay a reward of up to $300 and you WILL remain anonymous.

Updated as of 1/20/2022

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