Karlee Michelle Messer, a 29-year-old woman from Amarillo, Texas, tragically lost her life on September 23, 2022. Karlee, who was known for her vibrant personality and dedication to her children, was a beloved member of her community. She was a cosmetology graduate from Wade Gordon Academy and was well-known for her support of local bands and her artistic talents.
Karlee was a friend to many and a protector to her sisters, always willing to help those in need.
On the evening of September 23, 2022, Karlee Messer and another woman were shot during a robbery at the intersection of NW 3rd and Independence Street in Amarillo. Both women sustained life-threatening injuries and were transported to the hospital. Unfortunately, Karlee succumbed to her injuries later that evening. The other woman's medical status was not available.
The Amarillo Police Department quickly identified two male suspects in the shooting: 20-year-old Matthew Aidan Brewer and 21-year-old Adrian Sebastian Ulloa. Both men were arrested on murder warrants shortly after the incident. Brewer was apprehended at a residence on Royal Road, while Ulloa was found at a residence on Nelson Street. Ulloa was also recognized as a suspect in a separate shooting incident that occurred earlier that day at a business near SE 10th and Grand Street, where he allegedly shot at a store clerk.
The investigation revealed that the two women were shot during a robbery. The suspects were charged with murder, and the case was investigated by the Amarillo Police Department Homicide and Violent Crimes Unit. In November 2024, Adrian Ulloa was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the murder of Karlee Messer. Matthew Brewer, who also pled guilty, was sentenced to 22 years in prison.
Karlee Messer's death was a tragic loss for her family and community. Her memory lives on through her children, family, and friends who remember her as a loving, kind, and selfless individual.
