Eyes Open Amarillo! Midland Murder Suspect May Be Loose Here

Look out Center City, we may have a fugitive on our hands!

His name is Kevin Martinez, 23, and police have reason to believe he's right here in the Amarillo area.

Martinez is a wanted man in Midland after being suspected of killing three people.

James Davidson, 23, Walter Ayala, 29 and Gilberto Tapia-Lopez, 35 were all found dead via gunshot wounds on October 17th around 2:00 am in Midland. Police arrived on scene to find all 3 dead and Martinez gone.

He is currently facing three counts of capital murder, due to the egregious circumstances surrounding the offense.

Martinez is 5'6", about 220 lbs. and of Hispanic descent.

There aren't a lot of details available at this time, and police don't have a motive. They also aren't sure of the relationship between Martinez and the victims.

Authorities have reason to believe Martinez could be somewhere here in the Amarillo area. Law enforcement declined to answer questions pertaining to the exact link between Martinez and Amarillo.

Regardless, you'll want to keep your eyes peeled for Martinez as there is a reward of up to $1,000 for info that leads to his arrest.

If you have seen Martinez, or have any info regarding his whereabouts, you can reach out to Amarillo Crime Stoppers at (806) 374-4400. You can also submit your tip online here.

Amarillo Crime Stoppers also needs help with several cases that you can look at if you have info.

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 9/30/2021

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Note from editor: An indictment is not a conviction. All individuals shown below who have not appeared in court for a judgement are to be presumed innocent until proven guilty.