Amari Poole Sentenced for Lancaster Ambush Shooting
A judge sentenced Amari Poole to nine to 20 years in prison for his role in a December 2024 shooting.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Violence
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Judge Jeffrey Conrad handed down a prison sentence of nine to 20 years to Amari Poole on September 23, 2026. Poole previously entered a guilty plea for attempted homicide and related charges stemming from an ambush attack.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a legal chapter regarding the December 13, 2024, incident where gunfire was exchanged in the 400 block of Green Street. While the intended target escaped injury, the gunfire struck a nearby home during the attack.
Amari Poole received a nine to 20-year prison sentence following his guilty plea to attempted homicide. Charges remain active for Lindsay Ivette Colon and Willito Colon, who face trial for their alleged roles in the same incident.
The players
Amari Poole
He is the defendant who pleaded guilty to attempted homicide for his participation in the December 2024 ambush.
Jeffrey Conrad
He is the judge who presided over the case and delivered the nine to 20-year sentence.
Lindsay Ivette Colon
She is a co-defendant currently awaiting trial for attempted homicide and related charges.
Willito Colon
He faces pending charges for the December 13 shooting and an additional September 24 incident.
The details
Amari Poole and Willito Colon exited a Nissan Altima to ambush a man before police eventually stopped the vehicle on Dauphin Street. Officers discovered a handgun on the car floor during the stop, linking the occupants to the shooting incident.
Timeline
September 24, 2024: Willito Colon allegedly committed a separate shooting.
December 13, 2024: Amari Poole and Willito Colon carried out the ambush shooting.
September 23, 2026: Amari Poole was sentenced in court.
October 1, 2026: Lindsay Colon has a status conference scheduled.
Legal Context
This sentencing follows a pattern of heightened law enforcement scrutiny regarding recent violent confrontations in Lancaster. The case highlights ongoing efforts to resolve multiple shooting charges currently cycling through the regional court system.
Residents in the area near the 400 block of Green Street may notice continued police monitoring as legal proceedings move forward for the remaining defendants. The conclusion of this sentencing serves as a milestone in the local investigation of recent firearm-related incidents.
The takeaway
The resolution of this case shows the serious consequences for participants in ambush-style attacks. The court's ruling underscores the commitment of local authorities to prosecute those involved in recent gun violence incidents.
What happens next
Lindsay Colon has a status conference scheduled for October 1, 2026, to discuss the ongoing attempted homicide case against her.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by LancasterOnline.
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