Killeen Police and Texas Rangers Investigate an Officer Involved Shooting on Harbour Avenue

Killeen, TX (January 31, 2024): On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at approximately 9:58 a.m. officers conducted a traffic stop on a maroon sedan, occupied by four, for a traffic violation at the intersection of Atkinson Avenue and 12th Street.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the officers were conducting their investigation when the driver fled on foot. A foot chase ensued by two officers and a K9 officer. The suspect ran east on Atkinson Avenue, then north on 14th Street and then east on Harbour Avenue, when he pulled out a weapon, the K9 officer discharged their duty weapon. Striking the suspect in the upper right thigh. The officers immediately started to render aid until paramedics arrived. He was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

The three occupants of the vehicle were arrested for outstanding warrants. They were transported to the Killeen City Jail.

The K9 officer, a 6-year veteran, has been placed on administrative leave as per protocol.

The Texas Rangers responded to the scene and are the lead investigating agency. The Killeen Police Department Internal Affairs Unit will conduct an internal investigation.

Any further requests for information surrounding the officer involved shooting incident can be directed to Sgt. Bryan Washko with the Texas Department of Public Safety.

This investigation is active and there is no additional information at this time.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department