KPD Investigates Officer Involved Shooting

Killeen Police investigate an Officer involved shooting on Cedarhill Drive.

Officers responded to the 1800 block of Cedarhill Drive on Monday, January 16, 2017 at 9:24am, after receiving a 911 call in reference to a domestic dispute between a male and female; the male had previously left the residence.  The officer arrived and began speaking to the female when the male returned and was armed.  There was a confrontation between the officer and the armed male and the officer shot the male.  He was transported to the Baylor Scott & White Hospital in stable condition.  There were no other injuries during this confrontation.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division, Violent Crimes Unit, continue to investigate this incident and information will be released as it becomes available.

As per Killeen Police Department policy, the officer involved in this incident has been placed on administrative leave as this case is investigated.

Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department