Missing Eldery Man – Update
UPDATE:
Mr. Rubio Zaragoza has been located and is safe. Thank you to everyone who assisted in looking for him.
Missing Elderly Man – endangered
On Thursday night, June 5, 2014, at about 10:30 p.m. the police department was notified of a missing Killeen citizen.
Mr. Rubio Zaragoza, an 86-year-old Hispanic male was last seen around 9:00 p.m. leaving his Killeen home in his blue 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser bearing Texas license DJ2-S840 in an unknown direction of travel. Rubio is 5’7” and about 130 pounds with gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a beige and brown checkered shirt and beige pants.
Rubio is medication-dependent and showing the early signs of dementia.
Rubio’s family and the police department are concerned for his welfare. If anyone has seen Rubio, please call the police immediately.
Margaret Young
Chief of Staff
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Seek Missing Elderly Man
Missing Elderly Man – endangered
On Thursday night, June 5, 2014, at about 10:30 p.m. the police department was notified of a missing Killeen citizen.
Mr. Rubio Zaragoza, an 86-year-old Hispanic male was last seen around 9:00 p.m. leaving his Killeen home in his blue 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser bearing Texas license DJ2-S840 in an unknown direction of travel. Rubio is 5’7” and about 130 pounds with gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a beige and brown checkered shirt and beige pants.
Rubio is medication-dependent and showing the early signs of dementia.
Rubio’s family and the police department are concerned for his welfare. If anyone has seen Rubio, please call the police immediately.
Margaret Young
Chief of Staff
Killeen Police Department
Citizen’s Police Academy Taking Applications
The Killeen Police Department will be hosting its 37th Citizen’s Police Academy with classes beginning on August 18th, 2014 and continuing through November 3rd, 2014. Classes will be held on Monday evenings from 7:00pm until 10:00pm and one additional class on Saturday, October 4th. There will be a total of twelve weeks of instruction, including presentations of the functions and operations of the departments various investigative and administrative divisions. It is an educational and informative program that allows citizens the opportunity to learn about the issues that affect law enforcement efforts in the City of Killeen.
Applications will be available at the Killeen Police Department beginning Monday, June 2, 2014; the deadline for applications will be Friday, August 8th, 2014, at 5:00pm. Applicants must agree to submit to a background check which includes a criminal history inquiry. There is no cost to anyone who enrolls. For more information on the Citizen’s Police Academy, contact Tammy Moseley at the Killeen Police Department by telephone at 254-501-8805 or email tmoseley@killeentexas.gov.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Ingvestigate Felony Theft from City Library
Killeen Police need your help identifying a male suspect involved in a Felony Theft.
Theft Suspect
Officers were dispatched to 205 N Gray St. on Saturday, April 26, 2014, in reference to a theft. Upon their arrival, officers met with an employee of the City of Killeen Library who told them that a male had entered the restroom and stole the metal piping from several of the toilets. The suspect is described as a tall white or light skinned male, bald and wearing a light blue shirt, blue jeans and white shoes. The security video revealed that the suspect was driving a small orange hatchback car, possibly a Mazda 2.
Theft Suspect’s Vehicle
Detectives are asking anyone can identify this suspect 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
Rabies Confirmed in Skunk Found on Greyhound Drive
Killeen Animal Control Officers responded to the 4500 block of Greyhound Drive on Saturday, May 24, 2014, in reference to a dog chasing a skunk out of the yard of a residence. A call was later received advising officers that the skunk was found dead in the backyard of another residence. The skunk was picked up and per protocol it was processed for testing at the Texas Department of State Health Service, Austin Laboratory.
The Texas Department of State Health Services notified the Killeen Animal Control Unit on May 27, 2014 that the skunk had tested positive for the rabies virus.
Animal Control Officers will be distributing handouts in the area of Greyhound to ensure the residents of that area are aware of this incident, the potential danger that has been identified and have a chance to prepare.
RABIES NOTICE
We ask that all citizens to take the following precautions:
- Make sure your pets rabies vaccinations are up to date
- Supervise your pets and/or children when they are outdoors even in fenced yards
- Do not approach or touch any wild animal
- Report any sick or injured animals or any unusual animal activity to the Killeen Animal Control Unit at:
During normal operating hours – 254-526-4455
After normal operating hours – 254—501-8800
The rabies virus is deadly to humans and animals; be cautious and observant.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate Child Struck by Vehicle – Update
UPDATE – May 21, 2014
On Wednesday, May 21, 2014, the victim involved in the crash in the 4200 block of Cessnock, succumbed to his injuries at the Scott & White Children’s Hospital. Justice of the Peace Don Engleking pronounced the 8 year old male deceased at 1:45pm. At the request of the family the victim’s name will not be released.
The Killeen Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash and information will be released as it becomes available.
Killeen Police Department investigates a child hit by a vehicle while riding his bicycle on Cessnock Drive.
Officers responded to a crash in the 4200 block of Cessnock Drive on Monday, May 19, 2014, at 6:11pm. Upon the officers’ arrival, witnesses told them that an 8 year old boy was riding his bicycle south in the 6400 block of Nessy Drive on the eastside of the roadway, when he failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Nessy Drive and Cessnock Drive. The child continued riding his bicycle into oncoming traffic that was traveling eastbound in the 4200 block of Cessnock Drive. The driver of the black Ford pickup attempted to stop, but was unable to do so before hitting the child. The child was immediately transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition and subsequently airlifted to the Scott and White Children’s Hospital where he remains in critical condition.
The Killeen Police Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigates Child Struck by Vehicle
Killeen Police Department investigates a child hit by a vehicle while riding his bicycle on Cessnock Drive.
Officers responded to a crash in the 4200 block of Cessnock Drive on Monday, May 19, 2014, at 6:11pm. Upon the officers’ arrival, witnesses told them that an 8 year old boy was riding his bicycle south in the 6400 block of Nessy Drive on the eastside of the roadway, when he failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Nessy Drive and Cessnock Drive. The child continued riding his bicycle into oncoming traffic that was traveling eastbound in the 4200 block of Cessnock Drive. The driver of the black Ford pickup attempted to stop, but was unable to do so before hitting the child. The child was immediately transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition and subsequently airlifted to the Scott and White Children’s Hospital where he remains in critical condition.
The Killeen Police Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash and information will be released as it becomes available.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Road Closures for Police Officer Funeral Announced
Due to the funeral services for Detective Dinwiddie Saturday, May 17, 2014, the following roadways will be closed to through traffic:
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. South WS Young Drive – from Elms Road to Little Nolan
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. WS Young Drive – from Elms Road to Azalea Drive
Liberty Street to Atkinson Street
The outside eastbound lane on Rancier Ave – from WS Young to 38th Street
These roads will be closed to through traffic; however, people attending the funeral services and residents who live on the closed portions of these streets will have access. We ask the community’s patience, as drivers may need to communicate with an officer directing traffic prior to proceeding.
In gratitude,
Margaret Young
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Funeral Services for Killeen Police Detective Charles Dinwiddie
Funeral Services honoring Detective Charles “Chuck” Dinwiddie will be as follow:
Detective Charles Dinwiddie
The family will receive visitors on Friday, May 16, 2014 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at the First Baptist Church located at 3310 S. WS Young Drive.
The funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 10:00am at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center located at 3601 S. WS Young Drive; burial will follow at the Killeen City Cemetery.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Donation Accounts Established for Fallen and Wounded Officers
The Killeen Police Department would like to thank everyone for their support during our tragic events. Many have asked for a location to make donations to either Officer Charles Dinwiddie’s family or to Officer Odis Denton and his family.
Funds have been established for both the Dinwiddie family and for the Denton family at the Extraco Banks. For those who are interested in donating online may go to the following links:
Dinwiddie Family – http://www.gofundme.com/94w9aw
Denton Family – www.gofundme.com/95gd4w
The Dinwiddie family has asked our department to release the following statement:
“While our family recognizes the risks of law enforcement every day, we have lost a father, husband, brother and son suddenly. Charles was a charismatic, loving member of our family and dedicated to his job with the Killeen police department and Swat team. Charles was a man of many talents and had compassion for everyone whom he met and would not hesitate to offer assistance to any in need. Charles senseless death is tragic and shocking for the community and his brothers and sisters of the Killeen Police Department. As we mourn our loss, the family wishes to do so in private. We direct all media inquires and media interview requests to the Killeen Police Department.”
Officer Dinwiddie’s family understands the community may have questions; they have made a family member available for comment on Thursday, May 15, 2014, at 2:30pm, at the Killeen Police Headquarters’ Community room.
Our department is deeply saddened by the loss of Officer Dinwiddie and the injury of Officer Denton. We ask that you continue to keep these families in your thoughts and prayers.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
