KPD to Discontinue Use of Old Telephone Numbers
The Killeen Police Department will discontinue use of old telephone numbers.
On January 15, 2017, the City of Killeen will discontinue the usage of 254-634-3111 and 254-526-8311. These telephone numbers were used to contact the Killeen Police Department for many years prior to now and were never discontinued when the new numbers were assigned. We are asking everyone who needs to contact the Killeen Police Department for a non emergency, to use the published numbers 254-501-8800 or 254-501-8830.
As always, you should still call 911 in case of an emergency.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Pursuit Ends with Arrest
Killeen Police arrest a wanted subject following a pursuit.
On January 4, 2017, detectives with the Special Investigation Division were conducting an active investigation on a wanted person in the area of N. Gray Street. Detectives located the subject, just after 3:00PM, driving a U-Haul pickup truck and attempted to stop the vehicle. When the vehicle refused to stop a pursuit ensued. During the chase the suspect attempted to lose officers by speeding through 2 school zones, the pursuit was called off each time the suspect entered the school zone, as a safety precaution for the children and community members in the area. The truck was located, parked in the 300 block of Hoover. The suspect was arrested in the 1600 block of N. Gray Street and transported to the Killeen City Jail.
This case continues to be investigated by detectives therefore the name of the suspect is being withheld at this time. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Asking for Community Assistance Identifying Robbery Suspects
The Killeen Police Department is asking if anyone can identify robbery suspects.
Officers responded to the Mickey’s convenience store at the 3800 block of E Stan Schlueter Loop on Monday, January 2, 2017, just after 5:30am, in reference to a robbery. When officers arrived they were informed that three black male entered the business, two of them armed with guns and demanding money. The males then exited the store, carrying a dark backpack with the word “PINK “on it, and fled on foot.
The first suspect was wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, shorts and dark shoes. One of the armed males was wearing a gray hooded shirt with a red shirt under it, blue jeans and white shoes while the other was wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt with dark sleeves, dark shorts and dark shoes.
During the investigation the detective was able to obtain a photo and video footage of the suspects in robbery. He is asking if anyone can identify 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.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Asking If You Can Identify A Thief
The Killeen Police Department is asking if anyone can identify a thief.
Officers responded to the 3700 block of Appalachian Trail on Thursday, December 22, 2016, just after 11:30pm, for a reported stolen vehicle. The officers arrived and learned a black 2012 Ford Explorer had been stolen from the driveway. The owner advised no one had permission to use the vehicle.
On Friday, December 23, 2016, an officer with the Harker Heights Police Department attempted to stop a Ford Explorer for a traffic violation; the driver sped off and was able to elude the officer. The Harker Heights officer located the vehicle a short time later, abandoned and still running, in a parking lot in the 1500 block of E. VMB, Harker Heights. The officer advised three black males were seen running from the vehicle. The stolen vehicle was recovered and returned to the owner.
During the investigation the detective was able to obtain a photo of the suspect in the stolen vehicle. He is asking if anyone can identify 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.
The Killeen Police Department Burglary Unit continues to investigate this Theft and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Identifies Homicide Victim
Killeen Police identify victim from shooting.
Police identified the victim from the shooting that took place on Friday, December 29, 2016, at Parmer and 22nd St., as 40 year old Carman Latchie, of Killeen.
Detectives continue to investigate this Homicide and ask anyone who may have information about this incident to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3tips for IOS and Android to give an anonymous tip. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person responsible for this Homicide, you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
December 29, 2016
Killeen Police investigate early morning shooting at Parmer and 22nd Street.
Officers were responding to a call of shots fired in the area Parmer Lane on Friday, December 30, 2016, at 5:40am. As the officers were responding they were waved down by a passerby who saw a black male lying in the intersection of Parmer and 22nd Street. Officers arrived to find a black male who had been shot; he was immediately transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC) in critical condition.
The victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at 8:15am; he ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.
Detectives with the Killeen Police Department Criminal Investigations Division, Homicide Unit continue to investigate this case. Information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Wanted Man Arrested in Austin
On December 31, 2016, detectives learned that John Eric Saenz was in the Austin area and they began working with members of the U.S. Marshal’s Task Force. After further investigation members of the U.S. Marshal’s Task Force were able to locate him during a traffic stop. Saenz was taken into custody without incident at approximately 8:00pm; he was transported to the Travis County Jail where he awaits extradition.
The Killeen Police Department would like to thank everyone who assisted with the arrest of John Eric Saenz.
December 29, 2016
Killeen Police need help locating a wanted man who is believed to be Armed and Dangerous.
Officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Bonnie Drive at approximately 11:11pm, on Friday, December 9, 2016, after receiving a 911 call in reference to shots fired. Upon the officers’ arrival they located 41 year old Jason Francisco Munayco with a gunshot wound. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke pronounced him deceased at 12:24am, on Saturday, December 10, 2016; he ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.
Through the investigation detectives determined John Eric Saenz was at the residence during this shooting. This case was reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a complaint was returned charging Saenz with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke issued a warrant for his arrest and suggested a bond of $500,000. Detectives would also like to speak to him about his involvement in this Homicide.
This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Needs to Identify Man with Possible Involvement in Homicide
The Killeen Police Department is asking the community for assistance to identify a man who is believed to have involvement in a Homicide.
Detectives have received a photo of a black male who is believed to have some involvement in the Homicide of Donte Samuels, on Thursday, December 22, 2016. Samuels was found deceased in the yard of a residence in the 300 block of S. 56th Street.
Detectives are asking anyone who can identify the male in the photo to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the app P3 tips for IOS and Android phones. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for this crime, you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Locates Tarah Nichols
Tarah Ann Nichols was located on Friday, December 30, 2016 in the area of Stonetree Drive and Veteran’s Memorial Blvd. She was taken into custody for a warrant charging her with Tampering with or Fabricating Evidence. On Saturday, December 31, 2016, Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke arraigned Nichols and set her bond at $500,000; she is currently in the Killeen City Jail.
Detectives continue to investigate this case and information will be released as it becomes available.
Killeen Police detectives are interested in speaking with a person about the Homicide on S. 56th Street.
Detectives with the Killeen Police Department Criminal Investigations Homicide Division are interested in speaking with a Tarah Ann Nichols. They believe she has information that would be pertinent to the Homicide investigation where 22 year old Donte Javon Samuels, was found deceased in the front yard of a residence in the 300 block of S. 56th Street, on Thursday, December 22, 2016.
Nichols is also possibly with her son, a 16 month old white male. Child Services is concerned for the welfare of the child due to neglectful supervision.
Detectives are asking anyone who has information about this death or knows the whereabouts of Nichols to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the app P3 tips for IOS and Android phones. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for this crime, you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Looking for Wanted Man – UPDATE
Killeen Police need help locating a wanted man who is believed to be Armed and Dangerous.
Detectives have received information that John Eric Saenz may be in the company of his girlfriend Brittney Solis also known as Brittney Tobar. They were last seen together on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 and they are also known to drive a black Nissan Maxima.
Detectives are asking anyone who has information on John Eric Saenz’s whereabouts to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the app P3 tips on IOS and Android phones. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person responsible for this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
December 29, 2016
Officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Bonnie Drive at approximately 11:11pm, on Friday, December 9, 2016, after receiving a 911 call in reference to shots fired. Upon the officers’ arrival they located 41 year old Jason Francisco Munayco with a gunshot wound. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke pronounced him deceased at 12:24am, on Saturday, December 10, 2016; he ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.
Through the investigation detectives determined John Eric Saenz was at the residence during this shooting. This case was reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a complaint was returned charging Saenz with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke issued a warrant for his arrest and suggested a bond of $500,000. Detectives would also like to speak to him about his involvement in this Homicide.
Do not attempt to apprehend this wanted person as he is considered ARMED and DANGEROUS!
This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Investigates Shooting at Parmer and 22nd Street
Killeen Police investigate early morning shooting at Parmer and 22nd Street.
Officers were responding to a call of shots fired in the area Parmer Lane on Friday, December 30, 2016, at 5:40am. As the officers were responding they were waved down by a passerby who saw a black male lying in the intersection of Parmer and 22nd Street. Officers arrived to find a black male who had been shot; he was immediately transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC) in critical condition.
The victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at 8:15am; he ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.
The victim’s name has been withheld pending the notification of his next of kin.
There is no suspect information at this time. Detectives are asking anyone who has information about this Homicide to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3tips for IOS and Android to give an anonymous tip. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person responsible for this Homicide, you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Detectives with the Killeen Police Department Criminal Investigations Division, Homicide Unit continue to investigate this case. Information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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