Killeen Police Investigate a Hit and Run Crash Involving a Child
For Immediate Release
On September 24, 2017, at approximately 12:12 p.m., Killeen Police responded to a traffic crash involving a pedestrian in the 800 block of Jeffries Ave. Upon arrival, officers located a 5 year-old boy who had been struck by a vehicle that subsequently fled the scene. The boy was transported to McLane’s Children’s Hospital in Temple by Killeen Fire Department Ambulance. At this time, the severity of the child’s injuries are unknown, but they appear to be serious.
Witnesses reported that a late-model silver Dodge Charger with black diagonal stripes on the side was traveling southbound on Jeffries when it struck the child. After striking the boy, the Charger stopped for a moment a couple of houses down. A late-model red Ford Mustang or Dodge Challenger that appeared to be traveling with the Charger stopped alongside. After a few moments, both vehicles left the scene, southbound on Jeffries.
The crash is being investigated by the KPD Traffic Unit. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Officers are asking anyone with information regarding this crash to please call Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3tips app for IOS and Android to give an anonymous tip. All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of the suspect(s), you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate Shooting
For Immediate Release
September 22, 2017
On September 22, 2017, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Killeen Police responded to the 3600 block of Trotwood in reference to a shooting victim. Upon arrival, they discovered a man with a gunshot wound to his abdomen. He reported that he was jogging in Long Branch Park and had stopped to take a break. According to the victim, a light-colored SUV pulled alongside him and an unknown assailant fired three shots at him, striking him in the abdomen. The vicim reported that he was able to run to his home nearby and his wife called 911. The victim was transported by Killeen Fire Department ambulance to Baylor Scott and White Hospital. He was treated and released a few hours later.
Killeen Police Officers and Detectives continued to investigate and were able to determine that the available evidence did not support the victim’s account of the events. The victim is no longer cooperating with the investigation. Detectives believe there is no credible threat to the public or city parks based on this case.
The case remains under investigation. More information will be released as it becomes available.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate Homicide on Wales Circle
For Immediate Release
July 16th, 2017
On July 16, 2017, at approximately 3:09 a.m., Killeen Police Officers responded to the 2300 block of Wales Circle regarding a shots fired call. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 29 year-old male in the street with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Darnall Army Medical Center by Killeen Fire Department ambulance. The victim succumbed to his wound and was pronounced dead by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at 5:35 a.m. Judge Cooke ordered an autopsy.
Detectives with the Killeen Police Department Criminal Investigation Division are on scene and investigating. More information will be released as it becomes available.
Detectives are asking asking anyone with information regarding this incident to please call Killeen Police at 254-501-8830, Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3tips app for IOS and Android to give an anonymous tip. All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of the suspect(s), you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Warn the Public about Meeting Strangers for Online Sales and Dating
For Immediate Release
July 14th, 2017
The Killeen Police Department wants the public to be aware of the dangers of meeting strangers for internet sales and online dating. The Criminal Investigation Division has taken notice of recent incidents that have taken place after a victim has made arrangements to sell an item through various online marketplaces and agreed to meet the suspect in person. In addition to the online marketplaces, the danger extends to online dating and social sites that cater to prostitution and casual encounters.
The Killeen Police Department encourages the public to utilize our Safe Exchange Zone located in the lobby of the Police Headquarters at 3304 Community Blvd. when meeting for online sales.
A few tips regarding meeting strangers for sales and dating include:
- Trust your instincts. If it sounds too good to be true, it normally is.
- In the case of sales, don’t go alone.
- Insist on meeting at a public place such as the KPD Safe Exchange Zone.
- Do not meet in a secluded area.
- Do not invite strangers into your home, and do not go to theirs.
- Be cautious when buying/selling high value items.
- Perform the transaction during daylight hours.
- Tell a friend or family member about your intentions and where you will be.
- Take your mobile phone with you.
This warning is not necessarily directed at legitimate dating websites, although common sense and caution should always be exercised when meeting a stranger for the first time.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate Death of a One-Year-Old Child
For Immediate Release
July 13th, 2017
On Friday, May 12th, 2017, at approximately 1:02 p.m., Killeen Police Officers responded to the 5300 block of Sydney Harbour Ct. after receiving a call about a one-year-old child who was not breathing. The caller advised that the child she was caring for had fallen asleep in his car seat and had been strangled by the safety strap.
Officers arrived and found the child unresponsive and not breathing. First responders performed CPR on the child and were able to resuscitate him. The child was then transported to Metroplex Hospital by ambulance.
Investigators learned that the caller was running an in-home, unlicensed daycare out of her residence. She stated she left the child sleeping in his car seat unattended. She stated that she returned when she heard another child crying and found the victim unconscious and not breathing, with one of the safety straps around his neck.
The child succumbed to his injuries on Saturday, July 8, 2017 at McLane Children’s Hospital in Temple. He was pronounced dead by Justice of the Peace Don Engleking, who also ordered an autopsy.
An arrest has not been made in this case. Detectives have forwarded the case to the Bell County District Attorney’s Office for review.
More information will be released when it is available.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Update – Killeen Police Respond to a Domestic Disturbance with Shots Fired
For Immediate Release
Update:
July 14, 2017
Upon review of the this case, the Bell County District Attorney’s declined to pursue the Aggravated Assault charge. The suspect, 18 year-old Darion Boykins was charged with Discharging a Firearm in Certain Municipalities. Boykins was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke who set bond at $5000. Boykins was later transported to Bell County Jail.
July 12th, 2017
Killeen Police Respond to a domestic disturbance with shots fired.
On Tuesday, July 11th, 2017, at approximately 3:03 p.m., Killeen Police Officers responded to a home in the 3500 block of Ida Dr after receiving a call about an active shooter. The caller advised they heard the sound of a gunshot and observed a male point a handgun at other male.
Officers arrived and located three persons, who were determined to be brothers, involved in the incident. During the course of the investigation, officers discovered that two of the brothers began physically fighting with each other.
During the fight, one of the brothers retrieved a handgun inside their home. The third brother exited the home in an attempt to get help from neighbors, followed by the other two brothers. Witnesses stated that they heard shouting and several gunshots. They stated they then observed the suspect pointing a handgun at the victim. No one was struck by the gunfire. The suspect sustained minor injuries during the fight.
Officers placed one male under arrest for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. The suspect was transported to the Killeen Police Department Jail. The Killeen Police Department continues to investigate this case and it will be reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office.
More information will be released when it is available.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Planned Network Outage at Animal Services
For Immediate Release
July 12th, 2017
On Monday, July 17, 2017, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., the Killeen Police Department Animal Services Unit’s computer network will be down for necessary repairs and upgrades. During this time, the shelter will be without phones, email, and network connectivity. The shelter will be open for business, but will only be able to accept cash or checks for any services requiring payment. They will be unable to accept credit or debit cards.
Anyone needing to contact Animal Services for any reason during that time should contact the Killeen Police Department at 254-501-8800 or 254-501-8830.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Respond to a Domestic Disturbance with Shots Fired
For Immediate Release
July 12th, 2017
On Tuesday, July 11th, 2017, at approximately 3:03 p.m., Killeen Police Officers responded to a home in the 3500 block of Ida Dr after receiving a call about an active shooter. The caller advised they heard the sound of a gunshot and observed a male point a handgun at other male.
Officers arrived and located three persons, who were determined to be brothers, involved in the incident. During the course of the investigation, officers discovered that two of the brothers began physically fighting with each other.
During the fight, one of the brothers retrieved a handgun inside their home. The third brother exited the home in an attempt to get help from neighbors, followed by the other two brothers. Witnesses stated that they heard shouting and several gunshots. They stated they then observed the suspect pointing a handgun at the victim. No one was struck by the gunfire. The suspect sustained minor injuries during the fight.
Officers placed one male under arrest for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. The suspect was transported to the Killeen Police Department Jail. The Killeen Police Department continues to investigate this case and it will be reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office.
More information will be released when it is available.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Identify Suspect in Aggravated Assault
For Immediate Release
Update:
June 16, 2017
The suspect in this case is identified as Sean Dixon, 32, of Killeen. Detectives screened this case with the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and obtained complaints charging Dixon with two counts of Aggravated Assault. Bond was set at $100,000 for each charge. He was released after posting $200,000 bond.
Also arrested in the incident was Peter Minott, 28. Minott was arrested for an outstanding warrant out of Harker Heights for Aggravated Assault.
June 15, 2017
Killeen Police Respond to an Aggravated Assault
On Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at approximately 5:19 p.m., Killeen Police Officers responded to the 5200 block of Birmingham Circle after receiving a call about people fighting. The caller advised a male entered a residence with a gun. Officers arrived and located two victims with lacerations from a bladed object. Officers placed one male under arrest for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. The suspect, who was also injured during the incident, was treated at a local hospital and taken to the Killeen Police Department Jail. The two victims were transported to local hospitals with injuries and later released. The Killeen Police Department continues to investigate this case and it will be reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office.
More information will be released when it is available.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division, Violent Crimes Unit, are asking if anyone has any information on this crime or this suspect to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3tips app for IOS and Android to give an anonymous tip. All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of the suspect(s), you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
The Killeen Police Department Arrests Ten in Prostitution Sting
For Immediate Release
June 16, 2017
The Killeen Police Department Arrests 10 in Prostitution Sting
On June 15, 2017, the Killeen Police Department, Organized Crime Unit conducted a Prostitution Sting targeting Johns. Detectives made a total of 10 arrests for prostitution. The operation contrasted with a recent sting that targeted the prostitutes themselves.
The operation was conducted in response to criminal activity being monitored by detectives, as well as citizen complaints and information regarding this crime. Detectives are conducting follow up investigations and more information may follow.
Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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