Beaumont Police Department detectives are actively searching for 18-year-old Jayden Hunter, who is currently at large and wanted for aggravated assault. The suspect is accused of shooting a victim in both legs during an incident that occurred inside an apartment on the 100 block of Alabama Avenue, located off Highland Avenue and west of Lamar University. The shooting was reported shortly after 3 a.m. on October 26, 2026. Upon arrival, officers discovered the victim suffering from gunshot wounds and immediately provided emergency medical aid until Beaumont EMS arrived on the scene. The victim was subsequently transported to a local hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. Following the initial response, detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division, along with the Identification Division, responded to assist with the investigation. Through their inquiries, authorities developed information leading to the issuance of an arrest warrant for Hunter. The Beaumont Police Department is urging anyone with information regarding the location or whereabouts of Jayden Hunter to come forward. Tips can be directed to the Beaumont Police Department at (409) 832-1234 or to Crime Stoppers at (409) 222-TIPS (8477). Additionally, tips may be submitted anonymously through the P3 Tips App on smartphones. All Crime Stoppers tips remain anonymous, and individuals providing information that leads to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities continue to emphasize the importance of public assistance in locating the suspect and bringing him into custody.