Amarillo Man Arrested for Jason Street Shooting

Christopher Williams charged with multiple counts after incident that left him injured

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Amarillo Police have arrested 28-year-old Christopher Williams in connection with a shooting incident on Saturday in the 500 block of Jason Street. Williams was charged with six counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Endangering a Child, Terroristic Threat, and Assault by Contact of a Family Member. He was booked into the Potter County Corrections Center after being discharged from the hospital for a gunshot wound sustained during the incident.

Why it matters

Gun violence and domestic disputes remain a persistent public safety concern in Amarillo, with the police department urging residents to come forward with any video or photographic evidence that could aid investigations into such incidents.

The details

According to police, the charges against Williams stem from a shooting that occurred on Saturday in the 500 block of Jason Street. Williams suffered a gunshot wound during the incident and was taken to the hospital before being arrested and booked into jail on the multiple charges.

  • The shooting incident took place on Saturday, February 15, 2026.
  • Williams was arrested by Amarillo Police on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.

The players

Christopher Williams

A 28-year-old Amarillo resident who was arrested and charged in connection with a shooting incident on Jason Street.

Amarillo Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that made the arrest and is investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant Williams bail at his upcoming court appearance.

The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges Amarillo faces in addressing gun violence and domestic disputes, underscoring the importance of community cooperation with law enforcement investigations into such incidents.