Lancaster Township, Pennsylvania, December 3, 2025
Lancaster Township police are searching for two missing 14-year-old boys, Jmeak Hunter and Jahmir Maxton, wanted for a shooting incident at an apartment complex. The police reported that eight rounds were fired at a second-floor apartment, but fortunately, no injuries occurred. Both teens have been charged as adults and are considered armed and dangerous. Community members are urged to contact authorities with any information regarding their whereabouts, as harboring them is a criminal offense in Pennsylvania.
Lancaster Township, Pennsylvania
Police Seek Two Teens in Connection with Apartment Shooting
Lancaster Township police are actively searching for two 14-year-old boys, Jmeak Hunter and Jahmir Maxton, who are wanted in connection with a shooting at the Villages of Lancaster Green Apartment Complex on October 25, 2025. The incident involved eight rounds fired at a second-floor apartment; fortunately, no one was injured. Both teens were reported missing by their families after the shooting. Authorities have charged them as adults and consider them armed and dangerous. Anyone with information about their whereabouts is urged to contact the Lancaster Township Police Department at (717) 892-5873 or call 911 if they are seen. Harboring these individuals is a criminal offense in Pennsylvania.
Details of the Shooting Incident
The shooting occurred on October 25, 2025, at approximately 2:00 PM in the first block of Michelle Drive in Lancaster Township. Two males, believed to be teenagers, fired eight rounds at a second-floor apartment. Three rounds entered the residence through a window, and the remaining rounds struck the side of the building. No one was injured in the incident.
Descriptions of the Missing Teens
Jmeak Hunter is described as a Black male with shoulder-length dreadlocks, approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall, last seen wearing a gray New Balance sweatshirt, gray sweatpants, and gray/black Saucony running sneakers. Jahmir Maxton is a light-skinned Black male with brown curly hair, about 5 feet 6 inches tall, last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, black sweatpants, and black sneakers.
Legal Implications
Authorities have emphasized that harboring these juveniles is considered a crime in Pennsylvania. The public is advised to exercise caution and contact law enforcement immediately if they have any information regarding their whereabouts.
Background on the Missing Juveniles
Both Jmeak Hunter and Jahmir Maxton were reported missing by their families on October 25, 2025. The Lancaster Township Police Department has reason to believe that they are together and may be hiding out with relatives. The public is urged to assist in locating these individuals to ensure their safety and the safety of the community.
Contact Information
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Jmeak Hunter and Jahmir Maxton is encouraged to contact the Lancaster Township Police Department at (717) 892-5873. If they are seen, call 911 immediately. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the department’s website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who are the missing teens in Lancaster Township?
The missing teens are Jmeak Hunter and Jahmir Maxton, both 14 years old, who are wanted in connection with a shooting at the Villages of Lancaster Green Apartment Complex on October 25, 2025. They were reported missing by their families after the incident.
What charges are the teens facing?
Both teens have been charged as adults in connection with the shooting incident. They are considered armed and dangerous.
What should I do if I have information about their whereabouts?
If you have information about their whereabouts, contact the Lancaster Township Police Department at (717) 892-5873 or call 911 immediately. Harboring these individuals is a criminal offense in Pennsylvania.
What was the shooting incident about?
The shooting occurred on October 25, 2025, at approximately 2:00 PM in the first block of Michelle Drive in Lancaster Township. Two males fired eight rounds at a second-floor apartment; fortunately, no one was injured.
How can I help in locating the missing teens?
If you have any information about their whereabouts, please contact the Lancaster Township Police Department at (717) 892-5873 or call 911. Your assistance is crucial in ensuring the safety of the community.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date | October 25, 2025 |
| Location | Villages of Lancaster Green Apartment Complex, Lancaster Township, Pennsylvania |
| Suspects | Jmeak Hunter and Jahmir Maxton, both 14 years old |
| Charges | Aggravated assault; considered armed and dangerous |
| Public Advisory | Harboring these individuals is a criminal offense in Pennsylvania; contact authorities if seen |
| Contact Information | Lancaster Township Police Department at (717) 892-5873 or call 911 |
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