Killeen Police Investigate Fatal Crash
Killeen Police are investigating a fatal car crash at the intersection of Clairidge Ave. and Canterdury Dr.
Officers responded to a 911 call telling them a vehicle had just hit a house at the corner of Clairidge and Canterdury Dr. at 9:26pm, on Tuesday, February 11, 2014. Upon the officers arrival they located a silver 2004 Chevy Tahoe, rolled over onto the driver’s side, in the fenced yard of 3505 Canterdury Dr. The officers located the owner of the residence and found that he was unharmed. They also located the driver of the Tahoe underneath the overturned vehicle and found that he was unconscious and not breathing. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke arrived at the scene and pronounced 31 year old Roy Lee Brown of Killeen, deceased at 9:57pm.
The preliminary investigation revealed that the Chevy Tahoe was traveling west on Clairidge Ave. at a high rate of speed, when the driver left the roadway colliding with a light pole at the intersection of Clairidge and Canterdury. The vehicle sheared the pole off and continued into the fenced area on the south side of the residence, taking out the fence and hitting the south side of the house. The vehicle then overturned onto its side pinning the driver under the vehicle.
The Chevy Tahoe was reported to be involved in a crash at the intersection of Jasper and Fort Hood St. at 9:21pm; the driver was fleeing the area from that crash just before he was involved in this deadly crash. There were no reported injuries in the hit and run at Jasper and Fort Hood St.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate these crashes and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Arrest Game Exchange Robbery Suspect
Killeen Police arrest female involved in Game Exchange Robbery.
On Friday, August 2, 2013, at 9:13pm, officers responded to a 911 call telling them the Game Exchange located at 2501 S.W.S. Young Dr. had just been robbed. Upon the officers arrival they learned that two armed black males forced their way into the store when an employee was escorting a female customer out after closing time. The two males forced the employees to the ground after demanding money. The employees heard someone knocking at the back door to the business shortly after the two suspects entered the store; the suspects opened the door to let another black male suspect inside. Once inside the business the third male led the female customer to the back door and let her out. The three suspects then broke several glass showcases and stole numerous electronic items from within those showcases. The three suspects then fled through the back door.
Detectives continued investigating this robbery and determined that the female customer who was being escorted out the night of the robbery was involved in this incident. A search warrant was executed at the female’s residence in the 3000 block of Blackburn Dr. on Thursday, February 6, 2014 and numerous pieces of evidence involving the female were recovered. The female was taken into custody.
Jessica Elaintrell Smith
This case was reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a complaint charging 21 year old Jessica Elaintrell Smith, a Fort Hood Soldier, with Aggravated Robbery. Justice of the Peace Garland Potvin set her bond at $100,000; she is currently in the Bell County Jail.
Further arrests are pending at this time.
Detectives continue to investigate this incident and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate Fatal One Vehicle Crash
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating a one vehicle crash that resulted in a fatality in the 6900 block of E. Rancier.
Officers responded to a 911 call from a witness who advised a truck had crashed in the 6900 block of E. Rancier at 11:40pm, on Sunday, February 2, 2014. Upon the officers arrival they were told by the witness that they were behind a 1995 green GMC Sonoma pickup just after 11:30pm, when they saw the truck veer off the south side of the roadway. The driver overcorrected causing the truck to roll multiple times ejecting the driver. The driver was located in the field area and airlifted to Scott & White Memorial Hospital in critical condition. The 23 year old male was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit where he succumbed to his injuries. Justice of the Peace Ted Duffield pronounced Andrew Scott Anson deceased at 2:33am, Monday, February 3, 2014.
This crash continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Seek Turn Around Video Store Burglars
Killeen Police need help identifying three suspects in the burglary of a local business.
Officers responded to the Turn Around Video, located at 710 W. Rancier, on Saturday, January 4, 2014, at 9:30 am, after the business owner arrived to find the front glass door broken out and merchandise missing. Officers obtained a video of three suspects from one of the store video surveillance cameras. The first suspect is a black male with a goatee wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt (hoodie) (possibly with the word Hollister on it), a black suit coat over the hoodie and khaki shorts. The second suspect is a black male wearing a blue hoodie and a long dark over coat, jeans and a shirt covering his face. The third suspect is believed to be a black female wearing a blue and white ball cap a dark colored overcoat, a white shirt with a black circular design on it, and light colored shirt wrapped around her head. The suspects were seen leaving in a vehicle with dark tinted windows.
Detectives are asking anyone who can identify any of the burglary 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.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Animal Control Manager Terminated
Killeen Police Department Animal Control Manager, Stacey Sherva, employment terminated on Wednesday, January 29, 2014.
Sherva’s termination stemmed from allegations that she was violating department policy related to the management of personnel and the proper care of animals. On Friday, October 4, 2013, Sherva was placed on administrative leave while an investigation into these allegations was conducted.
“The internal investigation involving the Animal Control Manager, Stacey Sherva, has concluded, and the violations were sustained by my office, said Chief Dennis Baldwin. The policy violations sustained pertain to Neglect of Duty concerning the substandard management of employees and the lack of care and treatment of animals under the shelter’s care. Today, Mrs. Sherva’s employment was terminated, and the search for her replacement will begin immediately.”
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Seek Aggravated Assault Suspect
Killeen Police are for the community’s assistance identifying a suspect in an aggravated assault.
Officers responded to Zephyr Rd and Martin Luther King Blvd on October 19, 2013, just before noon in reference to shots fired. Upon the officer’s arrival, they met with a victim that told them he was approached by two armed black male. The suspects began to assault the victim and then shots were fired. Detectives are looking for the suspect that assaulted the victim, he is described as being 6 foot tall with short “dreads” and goes by the name “Mitchi”.
Detectives are asking anyone who can identify this 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
Killeen Police Release 2013 UCR Crime Stats
2013 Uniform Crime Report
The Killeen Police Department has released its 2013 Part I Uniform Crime Report (UCR) for violent and non-violent crimes. The data released are raw numbers and do not reflect the crime rates for Killeen, Texas. The U.S. Census Bureau has not released the 2013 population estimates for Killeen. Once the population count is provided, a UCR crime rate news release will be issued.
Compared to 2012, Killeen’s 2013 violent crime declined -11.41%. Non-violent crime dropped
-3.91%, and the overall Crime Index decreased -5.00%. Violent crimes consist of Murder, Rape, Robbery, and Aggravated Assault, while non-violent crimes consist of Burglary, Larceny, and Vehicle Thefts. All but one of the seven UCR categories declined in 2013 compared to 2012. There were 14 additional vehicle thefts reported during 2013, which represents a 7.29% increase.
UCR Crime by Category
2013 2012 Change
Murder 6 12 -50.00%
Rape 78 82 -4.88%
Robbery 170 236 -27.97%
Aggravated Assault 499 520 -4.04%
Burglary 1396 1498 -6.81%
Larceny 3189 3296 -3.25%
Vehicle Thefts 206 192 +7.29%
Violent Crime 753 850 -11.41%
Non-violent Crime 4791 4986 -3.91%
Crime Index 5544 5836 -5.00%
Chief Dennis Baldwin said, “During 2013, Killeen experienced a significant decline in murders and robberies compared to 2012. Moreover, there were reductions in six of the seven UCR categories, which clearly show Killeen is on the right path in becoming a safer city. The community’s commitment and effort to combat crime continue to provide positive results.”
The Killeen Police Department uses a Compstat model as its crime fighting strategy. This strategy allows for efficient use of resources to fight crime and improve citizens’ quality of life. Compstat is data driven and encompasses the use of accurate and timely intelligence, the use of effective and proven police tactics, rapid deployment of people and resources, and relentless follow-up and assessment.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Seek Vehicle Burglary Suspect
The Killeen Police Department is searching for a man who is wanted and they are asking for the community’s help in locating him.
On November 8, 2013, the owner of a silver 2000 Mitsubishi Galant was inside a convenience store located in the 100 block of E. Hallmark, when a black male entered her vehicle and took the keys out of the ignition. The owner of the vehicle was coming out of the store when she saw the male with her keys; she attempted to get the keys back but the male suspect left the area in another vehicle. Detectives working this case were able to obtain a warrant for Willie Charles Anderson Jr. arrest.
Willie Charles Anderson Jr.
Willie Charles Anderson Jr. is a 28 year old black male. He is 6’4” tall and weighs approximately 180 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes.
Detectives are asking anyone who knows the whereabouts of this Burglar to contact Crime Stoppers at 526 – TIPS (8477), go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with their tip to 274637. Text HELP for help to 274637 or text STOP to stop the tip to 274637, message and data rates may apply. All information is confidential and you can remain anonymous. If your tip leads to the arrest of the suspect you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Seek Fugitive Assault Suspect – Update
The Killeen Police Department is asking for the community’s help in locating a man who is wanted and considered Armed and Dangerous.
Officers were called to the 4800 block of Peppermill Hollow on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at approximately 2:00am in reference to an assault. Upon the officers’ arrival, they made contact with the victim who told them he was assaulted by a black male acquaintance. The victim told officers’ the suspect ran out of the house and fled the area.
Through the investigation detectives were able to identify the person responsible for this assault. This case was reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a complaint was returned charging Carlos Derell Collins Jr. with Aggravated Assault and Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke issued a warrant for his arrest.
UPDATE – January 19, 2014
A Crime Stoppers tip was received late yesterday afternoon after the tipster advised the whereabouts of the suspect involved in this Aggravated Assault. The suspect was located at a hotel in Temple, Texas, when Temple Police Department subsequently arrested 27 year old Carlos Derell Collins Jr. of Killeen. Collins is currently in the Killeen City Jail awaiting arraignment.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Seek Fugitive Assault Suspect
The Killeen Police Department is asking for the community’s help in locating a man who is wanted and considered Armed and Dangerous.
Officers were called to the 4800 block of Peppermill Hollow on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at approximately 2:00am in reference to an assault. Upon the officers’ arrival, they made contact with the victim who told them he was assaulted by a black male acquaintance. The victim told officers’ the suspect ran out of the house and fled the area.
Through the investigation detectives were able to identify the person responsible for this assault. This case was reviewed by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a complaint was returned charging Carlos Derell Collins Jr. with Aggravated Assault and Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke issued a warrant for his arrest.
Carlos Derell Collins Jr.
Carlos Derell Collins Jr. is described as a 27 year old black male with dreads, 5’6” tall, 180 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He has two tattoos; one on his right shoulder with “Kiara” and “TX” outlined with the state of Texas and the second one on his left forearm with “Jeraldine”.
Detectives investigating this case would also like to speak to him regarding the homicide on Anderson. Collins is considered ARMED and DANGEROUS, do not attempt to apprehend.
The detectives are asking anyone if they know the whereabouts of Carlos Derell Collins Jr. to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477). Go online to www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with your tip to 274637. Text HELP for help with the tip to 274637 or text STOP to stop the tip to 274637, message and data rates may apply. All information is confidential and you can remain anonymous. If your tip results in the arrest of the suspect, you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.00 in cash.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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