Killeen, TX (December 30, 2020): On Sunday, December 6, 2020, at approximately 12:38 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of S WS Young Drive in reference to a shooting and a female victim. Upon arrival, they located a female suffering from a gunshot wound by unknown persons.

It was reported that the victim arrived at the business and parked, when a red Chevrolet car parked near the victim and a male exited the vehicle. A second vehicle, a gray 4 Dr Hatchback, parked several spots away on the opposite side of the victim’s vehicle and two males exited. The two males from the gray hatchback started to shoot at the male from the red car. The female victim was caught in the crossfire. Both the gray vehicle and the red vehicle fled the scene. The victim was transported to Baylor Scott and White Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Through the investigation, detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division were able to identify the males from the gray hatchback. On Wednesday, December 23, 2020, detectives obtained arrest warrants for Zaveon Hakhem Cummings, 18, and Emilio Terrazas, 19, both from Killeen for Aggravated Assault.

On Wednesday, December 30, 2020, Zaveon Hakhem Cummings, was located and arrested by members of the US Marshals Service – Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force in 18000 Block of Live Oak Trail, Tomball Texas.

In addition to the arrest warrant for Aggravated Assault, Emilio Terrazas is a Person of Interest in connection with the shooting on Alma Drive that occurred on December 27, 2020. Terrazas is described a Hispanic male, 6’ and weighs approximately 150 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He is considered to be armed and dangerous.

Detectives are asking anyone who may know the whereabouts of Emilio Terrazas to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3Tips App for IOS or Android and give an anonymous tip. All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of Terrazas, you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (December 30, 2020) On December 27, 2020 Officers with the Killeen Police Department, the FBI Violent Crimes Task Force, and the US Marshals Service – Lone Star Fugitive Task Force located a vehicle believed to have been used in the shootings in Killeen.  Two adults and one juvenile were in the vehicle.

The adults, Devin Dayon Williams, 20, and Devan Duane Groves, 19, both from Killeen were arrested for narcotics related offenses.  The investigation of any possible involvement of Williams and Groves with any of the shootings is ongoing.    

On Monday, December 28, 2020, detectives presented the case to the Bell County District Attorney’s office for the shooting on Alma Drive and a complaint was returned charging Shyheim Khali Matthews, 19, from Killeen, with Aggravated Assault.  The District Attorney subsequently issued complaints charging Matthews with three counts of Aggravated Assault.                             

On Tuesday, December 29, 2020, Shyheim Khali Matthews, was observed in a vehicle with three other occupants, and a traffic stop was initiated on the vehicle.  The vehicle failed to stop and after a short vehicle pursuit, the vehicle stopped near the intersection of Andover Drive and Baumann Drive.  Matthews and the three occupants fled on foot from the vehicle.  Detectives with the Killeen Police Department, the FBI Violent Crimes Task Force, and US Marshals Service – Lone Star Fugitive Task Force, pursued Matthews and the three individuals on foot.  Officers apprehended all four suspects and took them into custody without incident.  Four loaded handguns (one stolen out of Killeen) and illegal narcotics were seized from the scene.

The three other occupants of the vehicle, Deondray Trevonn Lumpkin, 23, Nathaniel Shineak Murph, 23, and Aaron Mikale Warren, 22, all from Killeen, were arrested for Evading.  Murph has been charged with Evading in a Vehicle, Possession of a Firearm by a Felon, and Evading on Foot.  Lumpkin and Warren have been charged with Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon.  Charges for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Marihuana (4 oz. – 5 lbs.) are pending.

The stolen handgun in this case was a handgun that was left in an unlocked vehicle in Killeen. 

The Killeen Police Department urges everyone to not leave firearms in unattended/parked vehicles, and to also lock vehicle doors when the vehicle is parked unoccupied.

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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE ARREST SIX FROM WEEKEND SHOOTINGS

Killeen, TX (December 28, 2020): Over the Christmas holiday, December 26^th through December 27th, officers responded to three gang-related shootings.  Two of those that occurred within hours from each other, sending three individuals to the hospital. 

Through the investigation, detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division identified the subjects involved to be gang affiliated with Young Paper Chasers (YPC) and K-Town Mafia (KTM).  One juvenile and six adults have been located and arrested in connection to the drive by shooting on Alma Drive. 

During the investigation, detectives recovered seven firearms and narcotics in wholesale amounts.  Some of the suspects also had outstanding warrants.

Charges they could be facing include Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Deadly Conduct and various weapon and drug related charges.

While arrests have been made, these shootings are still being investigated.  Anyone with information about any of these incidents are asked to call the police department or the Bell County Crime Stoppers at (254) 526-TIPS (8477).

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen, Texas (December 29, 2020): Detectives with the Killeen Police Department and FBI San Antonio Central Texas Violent Crime Task Force located two males with active federal arrest warrants issued out of the U.S. District Court in the Western District of Texas – Waco Division.

On Tuesday, December 15, 2020, officers with the Harker Heights Police Department were dispatched to the BanCorpSouth Bank located at 661 W. Central Texas Expressway in reference to an ATM alarm. Upon arrival, an officer witnessed an individual in a vehicle allegedly tampering with the ATM. Authorities attempted to stop the vehicle, but the occupants refused, and a vehicle pursuit ensued. After several moments, the vehicle came to a stop. All three occupants of the vehicle exited and evaded on foot.

Officers located one of the suspects, Howard Lee Jordan, age 29, who was placed into custody without incident. Jordan was transported to the Harker Heights Police Department.

Further investigation by the Harker Heights Police Department, Killeen Police Department and FBI San Antonio Central Texas Violent Crime Task Force identified the other two suspects.

Authorities obtained arrest warrants for Maurice Allen Harris and Christopher Anthony George for violations of 18 USC Section 2113(a) – Bank Robbery- and for 18 USC Section 371 – Conspiracy.

On Wednesday, December 16, 2020, a joint effort with members of the Killeen Police Department and FBI San Antonio Central Texas Violent Crime Task Force located Harris and George at their place of employment and placed them into custody without incident.

All three suspects are charged by a federal criminal complaint. They are currently in the McLennan County Jail where they remain pending initial appearances in federal court in Waco. A criminal complaint is merely a charge and should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (December 28, 2020): Over the Christmas holiday, December 26th through December 27th, officers responded to three gang-related shootings. Two of those that occurred within hours from each other, sending three individuals to the hospital.

Through the investigation, detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division identified the subjects involved to be gang affiliated with Young Paper Chasers (YPC) and K-Town Mafia (KTM). One juvenile and six adults have been located and arrested in connection to the drive by shooting on Alma Drive.

During the investigation, detectives recovered seven firearms and narcotics in wholesale amounts.  Some of the suspects also had outstanding warrants. 

Charges they could be facing include Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Deadly Conduct and various weapon and drug related charges. 

While arrests have been made, these shootings are still being investigated.

Anyone with information about any of these incidents are asked to call the police department or the Bell County Crime Stoppers at (254) 526-TIPS (8477).

Ofelia Miramontez

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

UPDATE – Killeen, TX (December 28, 2020): The 19-year-old victim that was involved in the shooting on Houston Street has been identified as Cadarian Connell Parker.

The case continues to be an active investigation and information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with any videos or information about this Murder are asked to please contact the police department or the Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-8477.

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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING THE MURDER OF A 19-YEAR-OLD AND AN INJURED JUVENILE.

Killeen, TX (December 26, 2020): At approximately 3:24 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Houston Street in reference to a 911 call about shots fired. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located two male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived. The adult male was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition and the juvenile was transported to the McLane Children’s Hospital.

The 19-year-old male victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at approximately 5:55 p.m. He ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas. The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification next of kin.

The current condition of the 5-year-old victim is stable with non-life-threatening injuries.

The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3Tips App for IOS or Android and give an anonymous tip. All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person(s) responsible, you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (December 27, 2020): Killeen Police were dispatched to the 2700 block of Alma Drive at approximately 5:10 p.m., in reference to a 911 call about multiple shooting victims. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located three male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived. They were transported to Baylor Scott & White in Temple in stable condition.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the three 18-year-old males were sitting inside a parked gold Mercedes Sedan on Alma Drive when a SUV, unknown color, drove by and fired gunshots towards the vehicle. The suspect vehicle fled the area in an unknown direction.

The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this incident, to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3Tips App for IOS or Android and give an anonymous tip. All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person(s) responsible, you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (December 26, 2020): At approximately 3:24 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Houston Street in reference to a 911 call about shots fired.  Upon the officers’ arrival, they located two male victims suffering from gunshot wounds.  Officers started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived.  The adult male was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition and the juvenile was transported to the McLane Children’s Hospital.   

The 19-year-old male victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at approximately 5:55 p.m. He ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.  The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification next of kin.

The current condition of the 5-year-old victim is stable with non-life-threatening injuries.

The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.  You can also download the P3Tips App for IOS or Android and give an anonymous tip.  All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person(s) responsible, you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (December 23, 2020): On December 20, 2020, Killeen Police were dispatched to the 3200 block of Lake Road in reference to a single vehicle motorcycle crash.  It was determined that the motorcycle, with a single rider and operator, was westbound on Lake Road at a high rate of speed when the rider lost control and struck the curb on the north side of the road.  This collision separated the rider from the motorcycle, ejecting him.  The rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.

The rider was transported to Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center with severe injuries.  Then later transported to Baylor Scott and White Hospital for further treatment. 

On December 22, 2020, Traffic Unit Investigators were notified that the rider, James Allen Davis Jr. 55, had succumb to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.  This crash continues to be investigated by the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit.  

Commander Ronnie Supak

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (December 18, 2020): A 45-year old female victim is dead after being shot inside a residence in the 300 block of S. 10^th St. 

The Killeen Police Department was dispatched on Thursday, December 17, 2020, at approximately 9:15 p.m., to a residence in reference to a 911 call about a shooting victim.  Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a female victim suffering from several gunshot wounds.   Officers started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived.   

The victim, Tonya Denise Dixon, succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at 11:29 p.m. by Justice of the Peace Cliff Coleman at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Temple.  He ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Science in Dallas. 

Detectives are asking anyone who may information about this Murder, to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.  You can also download the P3Tips App for IOS or Android and give an anonymous tip.  All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person(s) responsible, you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Commander Ronnie Supak

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (December 17, 2020): The Killeen Police Department, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation, will promote traffic safety via increased traffic enforcement throughout the remainder of Fiscal Year 2021. This has been made possible through a comprehensive Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant.

The program will allow officers to patrol key areas identified as having a higher volume of serious injury and fatality crashes, and to enforce traffic laws. Officers working the STEP program will be able to identify, investigate and apprehend intoxicated/impaired drivers in the same key areas, all of which will contribute to a reduction in serious injury and fatality crashes.

Texas has not had a traffic fatality free day since November 7, 2000. Over 20 years of daily deaths on Texas roadways and it is time to End the Streak Texas! Officers remind drivers to be aware of and abide by posted speed limits (GPS is not always correct), wear your seat belts, leave early, plan your routes, and drive safely and courteously.

The two areas specifically being addressed based on state data for serious injury and fatality crashes are:
• Interstate Highway 14 (including service roads) from State Highway 195 east to Rosewood Drive, 4.3 miles.
• State Highway 195 from FM 3470 (Stan Schlueter Loop) south to Chaparral Road, 3.98 miles.

In addition, resources are being committed to specific dates throughout the year. The first of these key dates will start on Friday, December 18, 2020, and last until New Year’s Day, Friday, January 1, 2021.

The Killeen Police Department would like to wish everyone a Happy Holidays and a Safe New Year.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department