Kharyi Terrell Nichols, a 25-year-old male, tragically died on October 31, 2016, in Amarillo, Texas. Nichols was fatally shot following an argument in the 3100 block of Oak Drive in North Amarillo. Witnesses reported hearing shots fired during the altercation, and Nichols was later found with gunshot wounds to his abdomen and extremities. He was rushed to Baptist St.
Anthony's Hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation into Nichols' death led to the arrest of Daviar Terrell Johnson, an 18-year-old male, who was charged with tampering with or fabricating physical evidence with the intent to impair. Johnson was found and taken into custody by the Amarillo Police Department's SWAT unit and members of the Proactive Criminal Enforcement Unit. He was booked into Potter County Detention Center with a bond set at $100,000. Johnson had a history of minor offenses, including discharging a firearm, theft, assault by contact, and driving without a license.
The case was handed over to the Potter-Randall Special Crimes Unit for further investigation. The Amarillo Police Department continued to investigate related incidents of violence in the area, although they could not confirm if these incidents were directly connected to Nichols' homicide. The community was urged to come forward with any information that could aid in the investigation.
This tragic event highlighted the ongoing issues of violence and crime in the North Amarillo area, prompting increased police presence and community efforts to address safety concerns. The investigation remains a priority for local law enforcement as they seek justice for Kharyi Terrell Nichols and his family.
