Killeen Police Respond to a Dog Incident on Brewster
Killeen, TX (September 15, 2023): On Thursday, September 14, 2023, at approximately 4:29 p.m., Killeen Police Officers responded to the 900 block of Brewster Avenue to assist Killeen Paramedics. They were told a dog had attacked and bit one of the EMS personnel. The Animal Control Unit responded and were able to contain that dog, when a second dog attacked and bit the Animal Control Officer. That is when a patrol officer discharged his duty issued firearm, striking it. The second dog was subsequently contained by another Animal Control Officer.
No other injuries were reported.
Officers attempted to contact the owner of the dogs but were unsuccessful.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Organized Crime Unit Arrest Fugitive and Seize Drugs
Killeen, TX (September 14, 2023): On Wednesday, September 13, 2023, detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division Organized Crime Unit executed a felony arrest warrant at a residence in the 1400 block of Shoshoni Trail, Harker Heights, Texas, on a wanted subject. During the apprehension, detectives detected the odor of marijuana emitting from the residence. A search warrant was obtained and executed.
Detectives recovered two (2) handguns, two (2) cellphones and drug paraphernalia during the search of the residence.
Detectives also recovered 14,600 grams (32 pounds) of marijuana, 176 grams (6.2 ounces) of THC vape oil, 1,566 grams (3.45 pounds) of cocaine, 28 grams (1 ounce) THC wax, 8 mushroom bars, and $8,187.00 cash.
One person was arrested and transported to the Killeen City Jail and charges are pending.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Arrest Murder Suspect
UPDATE NEWS RELEASE – Killeen, TX (September 7, 2023): Arrest made on the ninth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
With the assistance of the community and numerous crime stopper tips, Detectives with the Killeen Police Department’s Robbery/Homicide Unit were able to identify the suspect in this case.
On Wednesday, September 6, 2023, detectives presented this case to the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a criminal complaint was issued charging Angelica Sharice Lamar Higgins, 32, with Murder. Justice of the Peace Cliff Coleman issued an arrest warrant for Lamar Higgins.
On Wednesday, September 6, 2023, the U.S. Marshals Lonestar Fugitive -Task Force located Angelica Sharice Lamar Higgins at a residence in Harker Heights, TX. She was apprehended and taken into custody without incident. Higgins was transported to the Bell County Jail and Justice of the Peace Larry Wilkey arraigned her and set her bond at $1,000,000.
The next of kin has been notified and the victim has been identified as Valeria Favila.
We would like to thank the community for their assistance in this case.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
###
NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE AN EARLY MORNING SHOOTING
Killeen, TX (September 1, 2023): Killeen Police are investigating the ninth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
On Friday, September 1, 2023, at approximately 2:41 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Atlas Avenue in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a female suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers immediately started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived. The victim was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition.
The 22-year-old victim succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at 3:57 a.m. by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson.
The identity of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact the Bell County 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate a Crash on W.S. Young Drive
Killeen, TX (September 7, 2023): Killeen Police are investigating a crash that occurred at 1600 W.S. Young Drive on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.
The preliminary investigation revealed at approximately 9:44 p.m., a patrol officer was traveling northbound on W. S. Young Drive when he observed two vehicles driving recklessly/racing on the roadway. The officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop, when he was involved in a crash with a red compact car that was traveling eastbound on Poage Avenue. The collision caused the two occupants to be ejected from the vehicle. The officer immediately started to perform life saving measures until Killeen paramedics arrived. The male driver was airlifted to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in critical condition and the female passenger was transported by Killeen paramedics to the Carl R. Darnall Medical Center also in critical condition. The officer received minor injuries.
The Killeen Police Traffic Unit and the Internal Affairs Unit are working in conjunction on this investigation.
This investigation is active and no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Arrest Three Suspects in Stolen Vehicle
Killeen, TX (September 4, 2023): Charges are currently pending on two adult males and one juvenile male after evading from the police.
On Sunday, September 3, 2023, at approximately 9:21 p.m., officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop near the intersection of Hallmark Avenue and Trimmier Road on a stolen white Hyundai sedan for a traffic violation, when the driver refused to stop.
The suspect driver continued to travel southbound on Trimmier Road at a high rate of speed. The suspect driver turned eastbound on Terrace Drive when he nearly collided into a marked police cruiser causing him to lose control of the vehicle, striking a utility pole and coming to a rest in a ditch. Three occupants exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot, failing to comply with the officers’ commands. The suspects were apprehended and arrested without further incident.
This investigation is ongoing and there is no further information at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Continue to Use Neighbors App by Ring
Killeen, TX (September 1, 2023): The Killeen Police Department’s General Investigation Unit would like to remind our community of the effectiveness of sharing information and communicating through this platform.
Since September 2018, the Killeen Police Department has been using the Neighbors app by Ring to provide the Killeen community with real-time, local crime and safety information. The Neighbors app is another effective resource in catching package thieves, burglars, violent crimes, suspicious person, and any other crimes, however, the information is only available when shared with the department.
We ask the community to download the FREE Neighbors app, join your neighborhood, and use the app to monitor neighborhood activity, share crime and safety-related videos, photos, and text-based posts anonymously. The department can connect through the Neighbors app and view posts about suspicious activity and other crimes and contact the post creator(s) to gather more information. The department can also share crime and safety incidents, and request information about local crime.
How It Works
- Download the Neighbors app (via iOS/Android here: https://download.ring.com/killeenpd).
- Opt-in to join your neighborhood.
- Customize the geographic area you want to receive notifications for (users must verify where they are located and cannot participate in other neighborhoods).
- Receive real-time alerts from your neighbors, local law enforcement and the Ring team that inform of crime and safety alerts as they happen.
- View local crime and safety posts via a live feed or interactive map.
- Share text updates, photos and videos taken on any device, including Ring’s home security devices.
We strongly believe if the community works with law enforcement, together we can not only reduce crime, but build a safer place to live.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Increase Patrol Enforcement During Labor Day Weekend
Killeen, TX (September 1, 2023): This holiday weekend between September 1, 2023, and September 4, 2023, as part of a statewide campaign, Killeen Police officers will focus on locating and arresting impaired drivers. Officers will concentrate their efforts on DWI patrols in high-risk sites and at times when impaired drivers are on the roadways causing an increased potential for alcohol-related crashes involving injuries or deaths.
The Texas Department of Public Safety encourages drivers to follow these safety tips:
- Don’t drink and drive. Make alternate plans if you are consuming alcohol.
- Move Over or Slow Down for police, fire, EMS, Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) vehicles and tow trucks stopped on the side of the road with emergency lights activated. Show the same courtesy to fellow drivers who are stopped on the side of the road.
- Buckle up everyone in the vehicle — it’s the law.
- Slow down, especially in bad weather, heavy traffic, unfamiliar areas or construction zones. Eliminate distractions while driving, including the use of mobile devices. Texas law prohibits the use of portable wireless devices to read, write or send an electronic message unless the vehicle is stopped. If you’re using a navigation device or app, have a passenger operate it so you can keep your eyes on the road.
- Drive defensively, as holiday travel can present additional challenges.
- On multi-lane roads, use the left lane for passing only. Not only is it courteous driving and avoids impeding traffic, Texas law requires slower traffic to keep to the right and to use the left lane for passing only (when posted).
- Don’t cut in front of large trucks and try not to brake quickly in front of them. They can’t maneuver as easily as passenger vehicles and pickup trucks.
- Steer It, Clear It: If you are involved in a non-injury crash and your vehicle can be moved, clear the traffic lanes to minimize traffic impact. Leaving vehicles in a traffic lane increases traffic congestion and leaves those involved with an increased risk of harm or a secondary wreck. On some highways, if you don’t move your vehicle when it’s safe to do so, it’s against the law.
- Keep the Texas Roadside Assistance number stored in your phone. Dial 1-800-525-5555 for any type of assistance. The number can also be found on the back of a Texas Driver License.
- Check your vehicle to make sure it is properly maintained and always ensure your cargo is secure.
- Report road hazards or anything suspicious to the nearest law enforcement agency.
- Monitor weather and road conditions wherever you are traveling. For road conditions and closures in Texas, visit Drive Texas.
If you see a driver you believe to be impaired or driving recklessly, please call 911 with the vehicle’s description, direction of travel and license plate number, if possible.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate an Early Morning Shooting
Killeen, TX (September 1, 2023): Killeen Police are investigating the ninth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
On Friday, September 1, 2023, at approximately 2:41 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Atlas Avenue in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a female suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers immediately started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived. The victim was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition.
The 22-year-old victim succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at 3:57 a.m. by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson.
The identity of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact the Bell County 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KilleenPD News 