KPD Is Asking For Assistance Identifying Robber
Killeen Police are asking for help identifying two males from an afternoon Robbery at a Dollar General Store.
Officers responded to the Dollar General Store located at 1303 E. Rancier on Friday, October 24, 2014, just after 4:00pm, after learning that a black male had just stolen a customer’s purse with force and caused injury to the victim.
After viewing surveillance video from the store, detectives saw that the suspect and another black male were walking around the store for a short time then left. Moments later the suspect wearing the gray shirt and khaki pants went back inside the store as the other male wearing a striped shirt waited in front of the store. The suspect then walked towards the back of the store and robbed the elderly female of her purse and fled on foot. Other customers who were in the store at the time gave chase but the suspect was able to flee the area on foot.
Detectives are asking anyone who can identify either male to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477) or go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with your tip to 274637. Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 to stop the tip, message and data rates may apply. If your tip leads to the arrest of the suspects who were involved in the crime, you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash. All information is confidential and anonymous.
Carroll Smith Public Affairs Killeen Police Department
KPD Asking For Help Identifying Forgery Suspect
The Killeen Police Department is asking for the community’s help identifying a Forgery suspect.
On October 3, 2014, a representative from the National Bank entered the police department and notified officers that a check that was issued by the Copperas Cove ISD had been altered. The representative advised the name on the check had been changed and the amount had been altered from $7,300 to $2,602. She advised that on October 1, 2014, a Hispanic male entered the bank and presented the check. The name on the check read Juan Francisco Adame, when the male was asked for identification he produced an ID that read Juan Adame. The check was cashed but later found to be forged by the suspect in the photograph.
Detectives are asking anyone who can identify the male in the photo or has information about this Forgery, to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477) or go online at anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with the tip to 274637. Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 to stop the tip, message and data rates may apply. All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the identity and arrest of the suspect responsible for this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Need Your Help Identifying a Jewelry Bandit
Killeen Police need your assistance identifying a man who stole a ring from a local jewelry store in Killeen.
Officers responded to a theft that had just occurred at the Pagel & Sons Jewelers located at 2102 S. W. S. Young Drive on Friday, October 31, 2014, at 12:42pm. As they were enroute to the business they were told that a light skinned black male wearing a black shirt, white pants and carrying a white plastic bag was last seen running west away from the store. The officers searched the area and at one point observed a male fitting the description of the suspect in a 2100 block of Manor Dr. The suspect saw the officers and was able to flee before they could take him into custody. The suspect jumped a privacy fence near the apartments in the 1600 block of Grandon Dr. and was able to elude his capture.
The employees inside the store advised the suspect entered the store and was talking on his cell phone while he was walking around the store. The employees advised the suspect started looking at the wedding rings and asked to see one set then another. At that point the suspect grabbed the ring and ran out the door. The manager gave chase and the employees called 911.
The cost of the ring was valued at more than $5,000.
Detectives are asking anyone who can identify the suspect in this photo or has information about this theft to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with the tip to 274637. Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 stop the tip, message and data rates may apply. All information is confidential and you will remain anonymous, if your tip leads to the identification and arrest of the suspect responsible for this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate a Homicide at a Caprock Drive residence on Friday evening
UPDATE: November 10, 2014
The deceased male has been identified as 50 year old Terry Linn Bass from Killeen. The manner of death has not been determined at this time as the detectives are awaiting the autopsy results.
This death continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.
Killeen Police investigate a Homicide at a Caprock Drive residence on Friday evening.
Killeen police responded to 1708 Caprock Drive on Friday, November 07, 2014 at 8:30pm, after a female contacted the department and told them she was unable to open her garage door and felt it was suspicious in nature. Upon their arrival, the officers checked the outside of the residence and found an open back door. Once inside, they located an unresponsive 49 year old male that appeared to have been shot. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke pronounced the victim deceased at 9:34pm and ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.
The name of the victim has been withheld pending the notification of his next of kin.
Detectives are asking anyone who has information about this homicide or any suspicious activity in the area to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477), go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with their tip to 274637. Text HELP for help with the tip or text STOP to stop the tip, message and data rates may apply. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip results in the arrest of the suspect involved in this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Detectives continues to investigate this homicide and information will be released as it becomes available.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
DEA & KPD Seize Large Amount of Spice
The Federal Drug Enforcement Agency and the Killeen Police Department worked together to seize a large amount of Spice in Copperas Cove.
Agents with the Drug Enforcement Agency and members of the Killeen Police Department’s Organized Crime Unit executed a federal search warrant on Monday, November 3, 2014 at the Cove Smoke Shack located at 314 E. Avenue D. This warrant stemmed from a lengthy investigation into this business selling synthetic marijuana also known as K2 or Spice.
During the execution of the search warrant the agents detained and later arrested Richard Bruce Jr. charging him with Possession of a Controlled Substance; he was transported to the Killeen City Jail. The agents recovered just under $20,000 cash and 3964.74 grams (3 kilos) of Spice which has a street value of approximately $40,000.
On Tuesday, November 4, 2014, Richard Bruce Jr. was transported to Waco and released to the United States Marshals and arraigned in federal court by a United States Magistrate. Bruce has been released after posting bond.
This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Investigates a Fatal Crash on 195
Killeen Police investigate a fatal crash on 195.
Officers responded to a 911 call telling them of a crash involving a truck and a motorcycle at the intersection of S. Highway 195 and Triple 7 Trail at 9:34pm on Friday, October 31, 2014.
The preliminary investigation revealed that a 44 year old male, riding a 2014 black Harley Davidson motorcycle, was traveling northbound on inside lane of S. Highway 195 when a 20 year old male, driving a 2006 gray GMC truck, turned eastbound across the northbound lanes of S. Highway 195 at Triple 7 Trail causing the motorcycle to collide with the right side of the truck.
The rider of the motorcycle Jerome Martin III, of Round Rock, was pronounced deceased at 10:10pm by Justice of the Peace Garland Potvin at the scene. He has ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Science in Dallas.
The driver of the motorcycle was wearing his helmet; there were no injuries to the occupants of the truck.
The Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash and more information will be released as it becomes available.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Seeks Assistance Identifying Aggravated Robbery Suspect
The Killeen Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying a suspect in two aggravated robberies.
Officers responded to La Tapatia Mexican Restaurant, located at 208 W Rancier Ave., at 10:08pm on Friday, October 17, 2014, in reference to a robbery. Upon the officer’s arrival, they spoke with the employees who told them that a black male entered the business with a gun, pointed it at them and demanded money. The suspect took an undisclosed amount of cash and then fled the restaurant in a dark colored SUV. The suspect was described as a black male about 5’6″ to 5’8” tall and weighing 180-200 pounds with a husky build. He wore a black knit cap, sunglasses, and a white construction mask over his face, a black short sleeve shirt, dark or black jeans and brown shoes. The suspect was also wearing white latex gloves and was carrying a white and black backpack.
The following night, Saturday, October 18, 2014, officers responded to Choice BBQ, located at 2606 E Veterans Memorial Blvd., at 8:47pm, in reference to a robbery. The employees told the officers that a black male came in, pointed a gun at them and demanded money. The suspect then exited the business with an unknown amount of cash. The suspect in this robbery was described as a black male wearing a black rag on his head, a white mask on his face, white gloves and black pants.
Detectives have provided photos from both robberies.
Detectives are asking anyone who can identify this robbery suspect or has information about this incident to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477), go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with their tip to 274637. Text HELP for help with the tip or text STOP to stop the tip, message and data rates may apply. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip results in the arrest of the suspect involved in this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Asking for Help Identifying Suspects Using Stolen Debit Card
Killeen Police are asking for the community’s help identifying two suspects using a stolen debit card.
Officers filed a report for a burglary of a vehicle that occurred between 6:00 pm on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 and 8:00 am, on Thursday, September 4, 2014, in the 4300 block of Mallard Lane. Officers were told by the victim that someone burglarized their 2010 Honda Civic. The victim noticed that several items, to include a debit card, were missing. The victim learned that the stolen debit card was used at various stores in Killeen.
Detectives provided photographs of two suspects exiting a store after using the stolen debit card. The suspects appear to be white males that are medium build. The first suspect is wearing glasses, a black baseball cap, blue shirt, gray sweatpants and black tennis shoes. The second suspect is wearing a black baseball cap with a red bill and light lettering, a black t-shirt with a design on the front and blue jeans. The suspects drove away together in a black sedan.
Detectives are asking anyone can identify these suspects or has information about this incident to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477), go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with their tip to 274637. Text HELP for help with the tip or text STOP to stop the tip, message and data rates may apply. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip results in the arrest of the suspect involved in this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Investigates Homicide on Pine Dr.
Killeen Police investigate a shooting on Pine Dr.
Officers responded to the 1400 block of Pine Dr. on Monday, October 20, 2014, at 5:30am, after receiving numerous calls about shots being fired in the area. Upon their arrival, they found a 64 year old female in her driveway with a gunshot wound. Justice of the Peace Garland Potvin pronounced the victim, Christine Watkins, deceased at 6:05am, an autopsy was ordered to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.
The Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate this homicide and information will be released as it becomes available.
There is no one in custody at this time and no suspect information; therefore we are asking for the community’s help.
Detectives are asking anyone who has information about this homicide or any suspicious activity in the area to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477), go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with their tip to 274637. Text HELP for help with the tip or text STOP to stop the tip, message and data rates may apply. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip results in the arrest of the suspect involved in this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Crime Stoppers Asking For Help Solving Arson
The Killeen Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating an Arson that occurred at a vacant residence located at 2606 Tracey Circle on Thursday, August 28, 2014, just before 1:30am. Multiple fires were set within the residence with an ignitable liquid. The investigation revealed that the suspects were seen in the area parked on Tucker Drive in a silver four door vehicle, possibly a Kia, when one of the suspects exited the vehicle with a gasoline container. The suspect was seen running from Tracey Circle with a gasoline container towards Diane and Tucker Dr. The suspects then fled in the silver four door vehicle. The suspects were seen driving in the area before and after the fire.
Investigators are asking anyone who may have information about this Arson or the suspects, to contact Bell County Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with the tip to 274637. Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 to stop the tip. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip results in the arrest of the person or persons responsible for the crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Bell County Crime Stoppers
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