Killeen Police Ingvestigate Felony Theft from City Library
Killeen Police need your help identifying a male suspect involved in a Felony Theft.
Theft Suspect
Officers were dispatched to 205 N Gray St. on Saturday, April 26, 2014, in reference to a theft. Upon their arrival, officers met with an employee of the City of Killeen Library who told them that a male had entered the restroom and stole the metal piping from several of the toilets. The suspect is described as a tall white or light skinned male, bald and wearing a light blue shirt, blue jeans and white shoes. The security video revealed that the suspect was driving a small orange hatchback car, possibly a Mazda 2.
Theft Suspect’s Vehicle
Detectives are asking anyone can identify this suspect to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477), go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with their tip to 274637. Text HELP for help with the tip or text STOP to stop the tip, message and data rates may apply. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip results in the arrest of the suspect involved in this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Rabies Confirmed in Skunk Found on Greyhound Drive
Killeen Animal Control Officers responded to the 4500 block of Greyhound Drive on Saturday, May 24, 2014, in reference to a dog chasing a skunk out of the yard of a residence. A call was later received advising officers that the skunk was found dead in the backyard of another residence. The skunk was picked up and per protocol it was processed for testing at the Texas Department of State Health Service, Austin Laboratory.
The Texas Department of State Health Services notified the Killeen Animal Control Unit on May 27, 2014 that the skunk had tested positive for the rabies virus.
Animal Control Officers will be distributing handouts in the area of Greyhound to ensure the residents of that area are aware of this incident, the potential danger that has been identified and have a chance to prepare.
RABIES NOTICE
We ask that all citizens to take the following precautions:
- Make sure your pets rabies vaccinations are up to date
- Supervise your pets and/or children when they are outdoors even in fenced yards
- Do not approach or touch any wild animal
- Report any sick or injured animals or any unusual animal activity to the Killeen Animal Control Unit at:
During normal operating hours – 254-526-4455
After normal operating hours – 254—501-8800
The rabies virus is deadly to humans and animals; be cautious and observant.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate Child Struck by Vehicle – Update
UPDATE – May 21, 2014
On Wednesday, May 21, 2014, the victim involved in the crash in the 4200 block of Cessnock, succumbed to his injuries at the Scott & White Children’s Hospital. Justice of the Peace Don Engleking pronounced the 8 year old male deceased at 1:45pm. At the request of the family the victim’s name will not be released.
The Killeen Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash and information will be released as it becomes available.
Killeen Police Department investigates a child hit by a vehicle while riding his bicycle on Cessnock Drive.
Officers responded to a crash in the 4200 block of Cessnock Drive on Monday, May 19, 2014, at 6:11pm. Upon the officers’ arrival, witnesses told them that an 8 year old boy was riding his bicycle south in the 6400 block of Nessy Drive on the eastside of the roadway, when he failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Nessy Drive and Cessnock Drive. The child continued riding his bicycle into oncoming traffic that was traveling eastbound in the 4200 block of Cessnock Drive. The driver of the black Ford pickup attempted to stop, but was unable to do so before hitting the child. The child was immediately transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition and subsequently airlifted to the Scott and White Children’s Hospital where he remains in critical condition.
The Killeen Police Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigates Child Struck by Vehicle
Killeen Police Department investigates a child hit by a vehicle while riding his bicycle on Cessnock Drive.
Officers responded to a crash in the 4200 block of Cessnock Drive on Monday, May 19, 2014, at 6:11pm. Upon the officers’ arrival, witnesses told them that an 8 year old boy was riding his bicycle south in the 6400 block of Nessy Drive on the eastside of the roadway, when he failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Nessy Drive and Cessnock Drive. The child continued riding his bicycle into oncoming traffic that was traveling eastbound in the 4200 block of Cessnock Drive. The driver of the black Ford pickup attempted to stop, but was unable to do so before hitting the child. The child was immediately transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition and subsequently airlifted to the Scott and White Children’s Hospital where he remains in critical condition.
The Killeen Police Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash and information will be released as it becomes available.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Road Closures for Police Officer Funeral Announced
Due to the funeral services for Detective Dinwiddie Saturday, May 17, 2014, the following roadways will be closed to through traffic:
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. South WS Young Drive – from Elms Road to Little Nolan
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. WS Young Drive – from Elms Road to Azalea Drive
Liberty Street to Atkinson Street
The outside eastbound lane on Rancier Ave – from WS Young to 38th Street
These roads will be closed to through traffic; however, people attending the funeral services and residents who live on the closed portions of these streets will have access. We ask the community’s patience, as drivers may need to communicate with an officer directing traffic prior to proceeding.
In gratitude,
Margaret Young
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Funeral Services for Killeen Police Detective Charles Dinwiddie
Funeral Services honoring Detective Charles “Chuck” Dinwiddie will be as follow:
Detective Charles Dinwiddie
The family will receive visitors on Friday, May 16, 2014 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at the First Baptist Church located at 3310 S. WS Young Drive.
The funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 10:00am at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center located at 3601 S. WS Young Drive; burial will follow at the Killeen City Cemetery.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Donation Accounts Established for Fallen and Wounded Officers
The Killeen Police Department would like to thank everyone for their support during our tragic events. Many have asked for a location to make donations to either Officer Charles Dinwiddie’s family or to Officer Odis Denton and his family.
Funds have been established for both the Dinwiddie family and for the Denton family at the Extraco Banks. For those who are interested in donating online may go to the following links:
Dinwiddie Family – http://www.gofundme.com/94w9aw
Denton Family – www.gofundme.com/95gd4w
The Dinwiddie family has asked our department to release the following statement:
“While our family recognizes the risks of law enforcement every day, we have lost a father, husband, brother and son suddenly. Charles was a charismatic, loving member of our family and dedicated to his job with the Killeen police department and Swat team. Charles was a man of many talents and had compassion for everyone whom he met and would not hesitate to offer assistance to any in need. Charles senseless death is tragic and shocking for the community and his brothers and sisters of the Killeen Police Department. As we mourn our loss, the family wishes to do so in private. We direct all media inquires and media interview requests to the Killeen Police Department.”
Officer Dinwiddie’s family understands the community may have questions; they have made a family member available for comment on Thursday, May 15, 2014, at 2:30pm, at the Killeen Police Headquarters’ Community room.
Our department is deeply saddened by the loss of Officer Dinwiddie and the injury of Officer Denton. We ask that you continue to keep these families in your thoughts and prayers.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Identify Fallen Officer
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Detective Charles “Chuck” Dinwiddie. Dinwiddie was an 18 year veteran of the Killeen Police Department and a member of the SWAT Team for 15 years of those years.
Detective Charles Dinwiddie
“Our community has suffered a great loss. Few people have touched the number of lives, in such a meaningful way, as Detective Dinwiddie. As a dedicated professional, his service to the Killeen community was with honor, courage, and unwavering loyalty. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this difficult time, says Chief Dennis Baldwin.”
On Friday, May 9, 2014, just after 5:30am, members of the Killeen Police Department Tactical Response Unit and the Bell County Organized Crime Unit were attempting to serve a narcotics search warrant. The TRU was beginning to breach the window when the 49 year old male inside, opened fire striking four officers. Two of the officers who were shot, received minor wounds because they were shot in an area where their safety equipment protected them; they were treated and released at Scott & White Memorial Hospital.
Officer Odis Denton
Officer Odis Denton, a 9 year veteran of the department and an 8 year SWAT Team member, was shot in the femur. He was transported to the Carl R Darnall Army Hospital and later transferred to Scott & White Memorial Hospital. After undergoing surgery Officer Denton is in the Intensive Care Unit in good condition; he continues to recover successfully. Detective Dinwiddie received a life threatening wound to the face and was immediately transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center and later transferred to Scott & White Memorial Hospital and admitted to the Intensive Care Unit in critical condition. On Sunday, May 11, 2014, Detective Dinwiddie succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at 2:14 pm by Justice of the Peace David Barfield. Detective Dinwiddie’s body will be escorted to the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas on Monday, May 12, 2014, for an autopsy to be performed.
Funeral arrangements are pending and will be released as they become available.
The Killeen Police Department would like to thank the members of the Temple and Harker Heights Police Departments and Scott and White Memorial Hospital for providing their phenomenal support to us during this very trying time.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Officers Shot on Circle M Drive
Killeen Police investigate early morning shooting of officers on Circle M Dr.
Members of The Killeen Police Tactical Response Unit and Bell County Organized Crime Unit were attempting to execute a search warrant at 1104 Circle M Dr. # C, at approximately 5:30 am, on Friday, May 9, 2014. As the officers were breaching the apartment the occupants inside opened fire on the officers; four officers were shot. Two of the officers were shot in an area were their safety equipment protected them and they were treated and released from Scott and White Memorial Hospital. Two other officers were transported to the Carl R Darnall Army Medical Center and subsequently transferred to the Scott and White Memorial Hospital. One of the officers is a nine year veteran currently in the Intensive Care Unit at Scott and White and is in good condition. The other officer is an 18 year veteran, in the Intensive Care Unit at Scott and White Memorial Hospital; he is currently listed in critical condition.
A 49 year old male and 50 year old female were taken into custody and transported to the Killeen city jail.
Marvin Louis Guy
This case was reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and complaints were returned charging Marvin Louis Guy with three counts of Attempted Capital Murder, his bond was set at $1,000,000 for each count.
The investigation continues involving the female and her name will not be released at this time.
The names of the officers will not be released at this time.
This case continues to be investigated and more information will be provided as it becomes available
Mayor Dan Corbin said “On behalf of the 134,000 residents of Killeen and on behalf of the Council, I offer condolences to the families of those officers who were shot, and pledge the full support of the community.”
City Manager Glenn Morrison said “We are deeply saddened by today’s events and hold our officers and their families in our prayers. The City of Killeen will remain united and strong in this difficult time. We pledge our unwavering support to our brave officers and their loved ones in the times ahead.”
Chief Baldwin said “The tragic events that unfolded have left the members of the Killeen Police Department and their families seeking answers to a senseless, destructive act. The families of the injured officers are aware of the outpouring of love, prayers, and support from the Central Texas Community. On behalf of the Killeen Police Department and the families of the injured officers, I would like to express our appreciation.”
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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