Killeen Police Investigating Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on Rosewood Drive
Killeen, TX (July 30, 2026): Investigators with the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of one driver.
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, at approximately 3:01 a.m., the Killeen Police and Fire Departments responded to a reported vehicle fire in the 4100 block of Rosewood Drive. Upon arrival, first responders discovered a vehicle that had crashed into a wooded area east of the roadway and was engulfed in flames.
The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2015 Dodge Journey SUV was traveling southbound on Rosewood Drive at a high rate of speed when the driver lost control while negotiating a curve. The vehicle crossed the median and the northbound lanes before leaving the roadway and entering a wooded area, where it struck a tree and caught fire.
The vehicle was destroyed by the fire, trapping the driver inside. Investigators determined the driver was the sole occupant of the vehicle, and no other vehicles were involved in the crash.
The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 3:05 a.m. Judge Johnson ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas. The driver’s identity is being withheld pending positive identification and notification of next of kin.
The Traffic Unit continues to investigate this fatality and there is no additional information at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Identifies Victim in Fatal Auto-Pedestrian Crash
Killeen, Texas (July 27, 2026): Investigators with the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit have identified the victim as Faith L. Sidman, 25, of Springfield, Oregon.
Investigators have identified and located the 2020 GMC pickup in which Sidman was a passenger. The driver of the vehicle has also been identified, and charges are pending review by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office.
The investigation has determined that Sidman exited the GMC pickup while it was traveling westbound on Interstate 14. Evidence and video footage have confirmed that one vehicle subsequently struck Sidman after she came to rest in the roadway. The driver of that vehicle remained at the scene and is not facing any charges.
Investigators have also determined that Sidman was struck by at least one additional vehicle that did not remain at the scene and has not yet been identified.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may help identify the unidentified vehicle is asked to contact the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit at 254-501-8830 or submit an anonymous tip through Bell County Crime Stoppers at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate the incident. No additional information is available at this time.
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NEWS RELEASE: FATAL AUTO-PEDESTRIAN CRASH ON INTERSTATE 14 UNDER INVESTIGATION
Killeen, Texas (July 23, 2026) – On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at approximately 10:43 p.m., officers responded to a report of an auto-pedestrian crash on Interstate 14.
Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive 25-year-old female in a westbound traffic lane.
Preliminary investigation indicates the victim was a passenger in an unidentified vehicle and either exited or was forced from the vehicle while it was traveling westbound at highway speed. Witnesses were unable to provide a description of the vehicle.
The victim came to rest in the outside westbound lane and was subsequently struck by an Audi sedan. The driver of the Audi immediately stopped and remained at the scene. Other motorists also stopped and assisted by preventing the victim from being struck by additional vehicles.
Investigators have identified a potential suspect who was driving the vehicle from which the victim exited or was forced.
Justice of the Peace Nicola James pronounced the victim deceased at the scene at 10:43 p.m.
The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may assist investigators is asked to contact the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit at 254-501-8830.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate the incident. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Fatal Auto-Pedestrian Crash on Interstate 14 Under Investigation
Killeen, Texas (July 23, 2026) – On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at approximately 10:43 p.m., officers responded to a report of an auto-pedestrian crash on Interstate 14.
Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive 25-year-old female in a westbound traffic lane.
Preliminary investigation indicates the victim was a passenger in an unidentified vehicle and either exited or was forced from the vehicle while it was traveling westbound at highway speed. Witnesses were unable to provide a description of the vehicle.
The victim came to rest in the outside westbound lane and was subsequently struck by an Audi sedan. The driver of the Audi immediately stopped and remained at the scene. Other motorists also stopped and assisted by preventing the victim from being struck by additional vehicles.
Investigators have identified a potential suspect who was driving the vehicle from which the victim exited or was forced.
Justice of the Peace Nicola James pronounced the victim deceased at the scene at 10:43 p.m.
The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may assist investigators is asked to contact the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit at 254-501-8830.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate the incident. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigating Shooting on Herndon Drive
Killeen, TX (June 26, 2026): Two individuals were injured during a shooting Thursday evening in the 1900 block of Herndon Drive, and detectives with the Killeen Police Department are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
On Thursday, June 25, 2026, at approximately 8:42 p.m., officers with the Killeen Police Department responded to multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting a shooting in the 1900 block of Herndon Drive.
One caller reported he had been shot and needed assistance, advising that the suspect had fled the area. Around the same time, another caller reported that a family member had arrived home suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers responded to both locations and determined that the two victims had been shot during the same incident.
The preliminary investigation revealed that four individuals, who are believed to know one another, were involved in a disturbance that escalated into gunfire. Investigators learned that two individuals fled the scene on foot following the shooting.
An 18-year-old male victim was transported by helicopter to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and is currently listed in stable condition. A 15-year-old male victim was transported to the hospital by a family member, where he was treated and released.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division continue to actively investigate this incident.
A QR code has been provided for residents and businesses in the area who may have surveillance footage or video related to this incident. Community assistance is appreciated and may aid investigators in identifying those involved.
Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact the Killeen Police Department at 254-501-8830 or submit tips anonymously through Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477), online, or through the P3 Tips app.
Detectives with the Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, continue to investigate this homicide. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Release Identities in Fatal Stan Schlueter Loop Crash
UPDATE (June 2, 2026): The driver of the Toyota SUV has been identified as Andre Richmond. The female passenger in the Kia SUV has been identified as Rosa Hernandez.
The 77-year-old male driver of the Kia remains hospitalized and is currently listed in serious but stable condition.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit’s investigation remains active and ongoing.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE A FATAL CRASH ON STAN SCHLUETER LOOP
Killeen, TX (June 1, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday morning on Stan Schlueter Loop.
On Monday, June 1, 2026, at approximately 7:40 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of East Stan Schlueter Loop in reference to a two-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers discovered that two SUVs had collided.
The preliminary investigation indicates that a gray Toyota SUV was traveling westbound in the inside lane of Stan Schlueter Loop when it crossed into the eastbound lanes and struck a silver Kia SUV head-on. There are indications that the driver of the Toyota may have been impaired at the time of the crash.
The 41-year-old male driver of the Toyota was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 7:56 a.m. An autopsy has been ordered and will be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas. His identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The Kia was occupied by a 77-year-old male driver and a 73-year-old female passenger. Both were transported to the hospital by Killeen Fire Department EMS. The driver was transported to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and is currently listed in critical condition. The passenger succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center by Justice of the Peace Wilkey at 8:33 a.m. Her identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating the crash with assistance from the Criminal Investigation Division. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate a Fatal Crash on Stan Schlueter Loop
Killeen, TX (June 1, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday morning on Stan Schlueter Loop.
On Monday, June 1, 2026, at approximately 7:40 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of East Stan Schlueter Loop in reference to a two-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers discovered that two SUVs had collided.
The preliminary investigation indicates that a gray Toyota SUV was traveling westbound in the inside lane of Stan Schlueter Loop when it crossed into the eastbound lanes and struck a silver Kia SUV head-on. There are indications that the driver of the Toyota may have been impaired at the time of the crash.
The 41-year-old male driver of the Toyota was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 7:56 a.m. An autopsy has been ordered and will be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas. His identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The Kia was occupied by a 77-year-old male driver and a 73-year-old female passenger. Both were transported to the hospital by Killeen Fire Department EMS. The driver was transported to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and is currently listed in critical condition. The passenger succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center by Justice of the Peace Wilkey at 8:33 a.m. Her identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating the crash with assistance from the Criminal Investigation Division. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate a Homicide on Bluestem Lane
Killeen, TX (May 4, 2026): On Sunday, May 3, 2026, at approximately 1:55 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 4200 block of Bluestem Lane in reference to a welfare check. Upon the officer’s arrival, they discovered a deceased 74-year-old female and a 43-year-old male inside the residence.
The female and male were pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Nicola James at 3:57 p.m.
The identities of the deceased are being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The preliminary investigation indicates this was a domestic-related incident and appears to be a murder-suicide.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case, and there is no additional information available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Charge 36-Year-Old-Male with Murder
Killeen, TX (April 8, 2026) UPDATE: Detectives with the Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, received a criminal complaint from the Bell County District Attorney’s Office charging Mario Ryan Christian with the murder of James Marquis Simmons.
Christian was arraigned by Bell County Judge Anthony Woolstrum, who set bond at $1,000,000. He also received two additional $100,000 bonds for Terroristic Threat charges stemming from an unrelated incident. Christian is currently being held in the Bell County Jail.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division’s Robbery-Homicide Unit continue to actively investigate this case.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATING THE MURDER OF A 35-YEAR-OLD MALE
Killeen, TX (February 1, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of James Marquis Simmons.
On Sunday, February 1, 2026, at approximately 3:59 a.m., officers were dispatched to Club Blu Print, located at 4505 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard, in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, officers located a male in the parking lot suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was immediately airlifted to Carl R. Darnall Medical Center in critical condition.
The victim later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Gregory Johnson at 5:01 a.m.
The preliminary investigation revealed that the 9-1-1 caller reported hearing gunshots and then discovering the male in the parking lot with a gunshot wound. An unknown vehicle was observed leaving the scene.
Anyone with information related to this murder should contact the Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Identify Victim in Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Killeen, TX (March 31, 2026) UPDATE: Investigators with the Traffic Unit have identified the victim as Jerry Wayne Craigo.
This fatality continues to be under investigation, and there is no additional information available at this time.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE FATAL CRASH ON SH 195
Killeen, TX (March 30, 2026): A 43-year-old male is deceased after being struck by a vehicle.
On March 30, 2026, at approximately 2:22 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on SH 195.
The preliminary investigation indicates the pedestrian was walking southbound along the shoulder in the 18800 block of SH 195 when he was struck from behind by a gray 2022 Chevrolet pickup.
The pedestrian sustained multiple life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene at 3:00 p.m. by Justice of the Peace Nicola James. An autopsy has been ordered.
The male driver of the pickup truck was not injured.
The roadway was closed for approximately two hours.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate this fatality, and there is no additional information available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate Fatal Crash on SH 195
Killeen, TX (March 30, 2026): A 43-year-old male is deceased after being struck by a vehicle.
On March 30, 2026, at approximately 2:22 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on SH 195.
The preliminary investigation indicates the pedestrian was walking southbound along the shoulder in the 18800 block of SH 195 when he was struck from behind by a gray 2022 Chevrolet pickup.
The pedestrian sustained multiple life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene at 3:00 p.m. by Justice of the Peace Nicola James. An autopsy has been ordered.
The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The male driver of the pickup truck was not injured.
The roadway was closed for approximately two hours.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate this fatality, and there is no additional information available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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