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
Killeen Police Arrest 35-Year-Old Suspect with Murder
Killeen, TX (August 31, 2023): Killeen Police charge a 35-year-old male with the Murder of Kila Nanette Spencer.
On December 22, 2022, at approximately 1:24 a.m., Killeen Police Officers were dispatched to a 911 call in reference to a shooting victim in the 700 block of Stetson Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and located the victim outside an unfenced backyard of a residence suffering from an apparent fatal gunshot wound.
The Killeen Police Department’s Robbery/Homicide Unit investigated this case and presented it to the Bell County District Attorney’s Office. A criminal complaint was returned charging Quinten Lovell Brown with Murder. Justice of the Peace Nicola James issued a warrant for Brown’s arrest. Brown was in the Burnet County Jail on an unrelated charge and the Murder warrant was served on him. Brown was arraigned by Burnet County Chief Magistrate Tinney for Murder and a bond of $200,000 was set.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE A MURDER ON STETSON AVENUE
Killeen, TX (December 22, 2022): Killeen Police are actively investigating the Murder of a 47-year-old female.
On December 22, 2022, at approximately 1:24 a.m., Killeen Police Officers were dispatched to a 911 call in reference to a shooting victim in the 700 block of Stetson Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and located the victim outside in an unfenced backyard of a residence. The victim had an apparent fatal gunshot wound. Kila Nanette Spencer, was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Cliff Coleman at 3:26 a.m. No arrests have been made at this time.
This is the twentieth murder victim for the City of Killeen this year.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this murder, to contact 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.
Detectives are actively investigating this case and there is no additional information at this time.
Alex Gearhart
Assistant Chief of Police Killeen Police Department
Wanted Fugitive Arrested in Nevada
Killeen, TX (August 23, 2023): On June 20, 2022, the family of the victim reported to the Killeen Police Department that a 15-year-old female juvenile was sexually assaulted by a known acquaintance.
The investigation revealed that the suspect had engaged in inappropriate communication with the juvenile through messages. Despite the gravity of the situation, the suspect denied all allegations during interviews conducted as part of the investigation with detectives of the Special Victims Unit.
Upon learning of the allegations, the victim’s family confronted the suspect, leading to his sudden departure from the area. Subsequently, a comprehensive investigation was completed.
On August 15, 2023, the Bell County District Attorney’s Office issued a complaint charging, Jacob Murphy, 31, with Sexual Assault of a Child. Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson issued a warrant for his arrest.
On August 22, 2023, with the assistance of the Regional Sex Offender Unit (RSONU) Detectives and the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Task Force members, information was developed that Jacob Murphy was residing in the Sparks, Nevada area. Murphy was quickly located and arrested by RSONU and USMS Task Force members without incident. Murphy is currently awaiting extradition to the Bell County Jail.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
20-Year-Old Murder Suspect Apprehended
Killeen, TX (August 5, 2023): The Murder suspect, Amaun Brandell Gilbert is currently awaiting transport to the Bell County Jail.
On Thursday, August 3, 2023, the U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force conducted a fugitive investigation which led them to Gilbert’s whereabouts in Copperas Cove, Texas. At approximately 5:55 p.m., Gilbert was arrested without incident in the 500 block of N. 1st Street. He was transported to the Killeen City Jail.
On Saturday, August 5, 2023, Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson arraigned Gilbert and set his bond at $1,000,000.
We would like to thank the community and the law enforcement agencies who assisted in this investigation.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division continue to investigate this incident and there is no other information at this time.
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4th UPDATE NEWS RELEASE: SUSPECT CHARGED, WANTED FOR MURDER
Killeen, TX (August 2, 2023): Charges have been filed against the suspect wanted in the Murder of 24-year-old Richard Xavier Solomon that occurred on Sunday, July 30, 2023, on Rancier Avenue.
Detectives with the Robbery-Homicide Unit received a complaint from the Bell County District Attorney’s Office charging Amaun Brandell Gilbert, 20, with Murder.
Anyone with information about this case or the whereabouts of Amaun Brandell Gilbert is urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at (254) 501-8830 or anonymously to the Bell County Crime Stoppers at (254) 526- TIPS (8477).
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3rd UPDATE NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE IDENTIFIES MURDER VICITM
Killeen, TX (August 1, 2023): Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division Robbery-Homicide Unit have identified the victim as Richard Xavier Solomon, 24, of Killeen.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division continue to actively investigate this incident and there is no other information at this time.
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2nd UPDATE NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE NEED THE COMMUNITY’S ASSISTANCE IN LOCATING A PERSON OF INTEREST
July 31, 2023 – The Killeen Police Department Robbery-Homicide detectives are asking the community’s assistance in locating a person of interest, Amaun Brandell Gilbert, 20, wanted for questioning in the fatal shooting that occurred last night in the 3300 block of E. Rancier.
Anyone with information on Gilbert, is urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at (254) 501-8830 or the Bell County Crime Stoppers at (254) 526- TIPS (8477).
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CORRECTED UPDATED NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE IDENTIFY A PERSON OF INTEREST IN MURDER INVESTIGATION
Killeen, TX (July 31, 2023): Detectives with the Robbery-Homicide Unit have identified a person of interest in this case.
This investigation is still active and there is no more information at this time.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE AN OVERNIGHT SHOOTING
Killeen, TX (July 31, 2023): Killeen Police are investigating the eighth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
On Sunday, July 30, 2023, at approximately 8:54 p.m., Killeen Police Officers were dispatched to the 3300 block of E. Rancier in reference to a shots fired call. Upon the officers’ arrival, they discovered a man suffering from a gunshot wound. Killeen EMS arrived on scene and transported the male to Seton Medical Center Harker Heights; however, the man succumbed to his wound and was pronounced deceased at 9:47 p.m., by Justice of the Peace Nicola James.
The identity of the male has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
No arrests have been made at this time.
Detectives are asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact 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.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division continue to actively investigate this incident and there is no other information at this time.
Assistant Chief of Police Jeff Donohue
Administration Bureau
Killeen Police Department
Suspect Charged, Wanted for Murder
Killeen, TX (August 2, 2023): Charges have been filed against the suspect wanted in the Murder of 24-year-old Richard Xavier Solomon that occurred on Sunday, July 30, 2023, on Rancier Avenue.
Detectives with the Robbery-Homicide Unit received a complaint from the Bell County District Attorney’s Office charging Amaun Brandell Gilbert, 20, with Murder.
Anyone with information about this case or the whereabouts of Amaun Brandell Gilbert is urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at (254) 501-8830 or anonymously to the Bell County Crime Stoppers at (254) 526- TIPS (8477).
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3rd UPDATE NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE IDENTIFIES MURDER VICITM
Killeen, TX (August 1, 2023): Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division Robbery-Homicide Unit have identified the victim as Richard Xavier Solomon, 24, of Killeen.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division continue to actively investigate this incident and there is no other information at this time.
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2nd UPDATE NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE NEED THE COMMUNITY’S ASSISTANCE IN LOCATING A PERSON OF INTEREST
July 31, 2023 – The Killeen Police Department Robbery-Homicide detectives are asking the community’s assistance in locating a person of interest, Amaun Brandell Gilbert, 20, wanted for questioning in the fatal shooting that occurred last night in the 3300 block of E. Rancier.
Anyone with information on Gilbert, is urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at (254) 501-8830 or the Bell County Crime Stoppers at (254) 526- TIPS (8477).
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CORRECTED UPDATED NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE IDENTIFY A PERSON OF INTEREST IN MURDER INVESTIGATION
Killeen, TX (July 31, 2023): Detectives with the Robbery-Homicide Unit have identified a person of interest in this case.
This investigation is still active and there is no more information at this time.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE AN OVERNIGHT SHOOTING
Killeen, TX (July 31, 2023): Killeen Police are investigating the eighth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
On Sunday, July 30, 2023, at approximately 8:54 p.m., Killeen Police Officers were dispatched to the 3300 block of E. Rancier in reference to a shots fired call. Upon the officers’ arrival, they discovered a man suffering from a gunshot wound. Killeen EMS arrived on scene and transported the male to Seton Medical Center Harker Heights; however, the man succumbed to his wound and was pronounced deceased at 9:47 p.m., by Justice of the Peace Nicola James.
The identity of the male has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
No arrests have been made at this time.
Detectives are asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact 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.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division continue to actively investigate this incident and there is no other information at this time.
Assistant Chief of Police Jeff Donohue
Administration Bureau
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Identifies Murder Victim
Killeen, TX (August 1, 2023): Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division Robbery-Homicide Unit have identified the victim as Richard Xavier Solomon, 24, of Killeen.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division continue to actively investigate this incident and there is no other information at this time.
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2nd UPDATE NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE NEED THE COMMUNITY’S ASSISTANCE IN LOCATING A PERSON OF INTEREST
July 31, 2023 – The Killeen Police Department Robbery-Homicide detectives are asking the community’s assistance in locating a person of interest, Amaun Brandell Gilbert, 20, wanted for questioning in the fatal shooting that occurred last night in the 3300 block of E. Rancier.
Anyone with information on Gilbert, is urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at (254) 501-8830 or the Bell County Crime Stoppers at (254) 526- TIPS (8477).
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CORRECTED UPDATED NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE IDENTIFY A PERSON OF INTEREST IN MURDER INVESTIGATION
Killeen, TX (July 31, 2023): Detectives with the Robbery-Homicide Unit have identified a person of interest in this case.
This investigation is still active and there is no more information at this time.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE AN OVERNIGHT SHOOTING
Killeen, TX (July 31, 2023): Killeen Police are investigating the eighth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
On Sunday, July 30, 2023, at approximately 8:54 p.m., Killeen Police Officers were dispatched to the 3300 block of E. Rancier in reference to a shots fired call. Upon the officers’ arrival, they discovered a man suffering from a gunshot wound. Killeen EMS arrived on scene and transported the male to Seton Medical Center Harker Heights; however, the man succumbed to his wound and was pronounced deceased at 9:47 p.m., by Justice of the Peace Nicola James.
The identity of the male has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
No arrests have been made at this time.
Detectives are asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact 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.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division continue to actively investigate this incident and there is no other information at this time.
Assistant Chief of Police Jeff Donohue
Administration Bureau
Killeen Police Department
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