Amarillo Police Seek Leads in Deadly Maryland Street Shooting

Crime Stoppers offers $2,500 reward for information on killing of unintended victim

Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:34pm

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Amarillo police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning on Maryland Street, where a 40-year-old woman was killed while sleeping inside her home. The victim, Moneke Denice Glass, was not the intended target of the shooting, and no arrests have been made. Authorities are asking the public for any video footage or information that could help identify the shooter.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence in Amarillo, where stray bullets have claimed the lives of innocent bystanders. The police are seeking the community's help to bring the perpetrator to justice and provide closure for the victim's family.

The details

According to police reports, officers responded to a shooting call around 2:55 a.m. on March 28 in the 800 block of South Maryland Street. At the scene, they found multiple spent cartridge casings in the street and surrounding yard areas. Inside a nearby residence, they discovered Moneke Denice Glass, 40, suffering from gunshot wounds. Glass was inside her home and sleeping at the time of the shooting, and was not the intended target. She was transported to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries.

  • The shooting occurred around 2:55 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
  • Glass was pronounced dead at the hospital after the incident.

The players

Moneke Denice Glass

A 40-year-old woman who was killed in her home by a stray bullet while sleeping, though she was not the intended target of the shooting.

Amarillo Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal shooting and seeking the public's help in identifying the perpetrator.

Amarillo Crime Stoppers

The local crime reporting hotline that is offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to an arrest in the case.

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What they’re saying

“We must find the person responsible for this senseless act of violence and bring them to justice.”

— Chief of Police

What’s next

Investigators are asking anyone who was in the area between 2 and 4 a.m. on March 28 to check for any video footage from surveillance systems, doorbell cameras, or nearby businesses that may have captured suspicious activity. Those with information are encouraged to contact Amarillo Crime Stoppers, where tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a $2,500 reward.

The takeaway

This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the urgent need to address gun violence in Amarillo and protect innocent lives. The community's cooperation in providing any relevant information to the police will be crucial in bringing the perpetrator to justice and providing closure for the victim's family.