On Saturday, October 24, 2020, at approximately 12:36 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Blair Street in reference to a cardiac call.  Upon the officers’ arrival they were told by a witness that they were at the residence to check on the welfare of one of the residents.  That is when the witness looked through a window of the residence and noticed a person laying on the floor.  Officers entered the residence and checked the perimeter of the home.  They located two males and one female deceased from what appears to be gunshot wounds.  Justice of the Peace Garland Potvin arrived on scene and pronounced the victims deceased. He ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Science in Dallas.     

The names of the victim have been withheld pending next of kin.

The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Homicide, to contact the Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at 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.

Ofelia Miramontez

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

NEWS RELEASE

UPDATE – October 15, 2020

The Killeen Police Department continued to follow up on the incidents that had gone unreported by Rodriguez.  That ongoing investigation led to a review of the case by the Bell County District Attorney’s Office, and a complaint was issued charging former Texas A & M University – Central Texas Police Officer Jason Luis Nelson with Stalking as a result of his conduct.  A warrant was issued for Nelson’s arrest for the Stalking and Harassment.

On Tuesday, October 13, 2020, Nelson was arrested with the assistance of the United States Marshals Service – Lone Star Fugitive Task Force and was transported to the Killeen City Jail.  He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke and his bond is at $100, 000.00 for the Stalking and $5000.00 for the Harassment.   Nelson is currently in the Bell County Jail.

These cases can be very time consuming when they involve conduct over a prolonged period of time, and multiple police jurisdictions.  The Killeen Police Department would like to thank the Texas A & M University – Central Texas and the USMS – Lone Star Fugitive Task Force for their cooperation and assistance in these cases.

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NEWS RELEASE: June 2, 2020

Kempner Police Chief Arrested for Previous Incidents.

On March 11, 2020, the Killeen Police Department received information that a law enforcement officer from Texas A & M University – Central Texas failed to report complaints by a student. 

Through an investigation, it revealed that a student enrolled at the university reported Title IX  violations that were alleged to have been committed by a former employee of the institution to the former Chief of Police on two occasions.   The former Chief of Police failed to report the incidences as required by the Texas Education Code 51.255.  Title IX violations include instances of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence or stalking.

The Bell County Attorney’s Office reviewed this case and a complaint was issued charging Charles Edward Rodriguez with Failure to Report Certain Incidents.  A warrant was issued for his arrest and on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, Rodriguez turned himself in to the Killeen City Jail.  Justice of the Peace Cliff Coleman arraigned him and set his bond at $2000.

“Now more than ever, the integrity of the police profession requires thorough impartial investigations, regardless of the status of the accused.    The Killeen Police Department stands with survivors of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence or stalking, “Chief Charles Kimble.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (October 5, 2020): The ninety (90) day temporary hold on requesting search warrants that include a provision to the knock and announce rule has expired.  During this 90-day review, the no knock committee met, discussed and concluded their input on how the department could improve on no knock warrant response/policy. 

“Our goal and our mission at the Killeen Police Department is to reduce crime, to reduce the fear of crime, and to enhance public safety.  In order to do our jobs efficiently and as safe as possible for everyone, we may sometimes have to conduct a no knock search warrant.  However, before that takes place, we want you, the community, to understand that there are updated procedures that are followed,” said Chief of Police Charles Kimble. 

For more information about the committee’s input and the policy revision, please visit the department’s website by clicking on the following link. https://www.killeentexas.gov/558/Department-Transparency    

Ofelia Miramontez

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (September 25, 2020): A 18-year old male victim is dead after being shot inside a residence in the 2500 block of Camp Cooper Drive. 

The Killeen Police Department was dispatched on Friday, September 25, 2020, at approximately 1:40 a.m., to a residence in reference to a 911 call about a shooting victim.  Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound.   Officers started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived.   

The victim, Damien Xavier Rocha-Torres, 18, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at 2:12 a.m. by Justice of the Peace Garland Potvin at the scene.  He ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Science in Dallas. 

Through the investigation detectives were told that the victim was inside a room of the residence with known acquaintances when family members heard a loud noise.  When they checked on the victim, he was suffering from a gunshot wound and the subjects had fled through the window.    

Detectives are asking anyone who may information about this Murder, to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at 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.

Ofelia Miramontez

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (September 24, 2020) 11:49 a.m.: Today at approximately 9:30 a.m., the United States Marshal Service – Lone Star Fugitive Task Force (Waco) and the North Texas Fugitive Task Force located and arrested Harrison in the 3200 block of S. Vernon, Dallas, TX, on the arrest warrant for the Murder of Emma Jones.

We’d like to thank everyone that assisted the department in locating this suspect. 

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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING A MURDER

Killeen, TX (September 22, 2020): A 48-year old male is wanted for Murder after shooting a female at a residence in the 2600 block of Lewis Street. 

The Killeen Police Department was called on Saturday, September 19, 2020, at approximately 8:22 p.m., to a residence in reference to a shooting victim.  Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound.   She was airlifted to Baylor Scott and White in critical condition. 

On Monday, September 21, 2020, the victim, 43-year old Emma Jones, succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at 8:10 p.m. by Justice of the Peace GW Ivey. 

Through the investigation detectives found that the victim and suspect were involved in a domestic disturbance which led to the shooting.  The suspect was identified by witnesses on scene. 

The case was presented to the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a complaint was returned charging 48-year old Chance Anthony Harrison with Murder. 

A warrant has been issued for Harrison’s arrest and he is considered armed and dangerous.

Ofelia Miramontez

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

Killeen, TX (September 22, 2020): A 48-year old male is wanted for Murder after shooting a female at a residence in the 2600 block of Lewis Street. 

The Killeen Police Department was called on Saturday, September 19, 2020, at approximately 8:22 p.m., to a residence in reference to a shooting victim.  Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound.   She was airlifted to Baylor Scott and White in critical condition. 

On Monday, September 21, 2020, the victim, 43-year old Emma Jones, succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at 8:10 p.m. by Justice of the Peace GW Ivey. 

Through the investigation detectives found that the victim and suspect were involved in a domestic disturbance which led to the shooting.  The suspect was identified by witnesses on scene. 

The case was presented to the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a complaint was returned charging 48-year old Chance Anthony Harrison with Murder. 

A warrant has been issued for Harrison’s arrest and he is considered armed and dangerous. 

Detectives are asking anyone who may know the whereabouts of Harrison, to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at 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 responsible, you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

Press Release

For Immediate Release

September 18, 2020

UPDATE – September 18, 2020

The 14-year-old juvenile pronounced deceased on Monday, September 14, 2020 is identified as Jervontrae Robinson.  Robinson was at his residence when he suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the chest.  Killeen Police Homicide Detectives have interviewed an additional juvenile that was present when the shooting occurred.  The case continues to be investigated and is considered a murder investigation.  Further information will be released as it becomes available. 

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Killeen Police Conduct Death Investigation 

On Monday, September 14, 2020, at approximately 4:02 p.m., Killeen Police were dispatched to the 5000 block of Williamette Ln. in reference to an unresponsive juvenile within the residence.  Upon officer’s arrival they began CPR and the juvenile was transported to Darnall Army Medical Center.  

The juvenile, a 14-year-old male, was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at 5:43 p.m.  He ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.  The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division are asking anyone who may have seen anything or has any information to contact us at 501-8800.

Press Release

For Immediate Release

September 18, 2020

Traffic Fatality on Interstate 14

On Friday, September 18, 2020, at approximately 6:54 a.m. the Killeen Police Department responded to an auto pedestrian crash on westbound Interstate 14, near Rosewood Drive, after receiving several 911 calls.  Officers arrived on scene and found a 77-year-old male fatally injured.  Several citizens had stopped to render first aid and pull the male from the roadway.

The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit responded to investigate the accident.  Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke pronounced the male deceased at 7:43 a.m.  An autopsy has been ordered to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.  The name of the deceased individual is being held pending next of kin notification.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the 77-year-old male was walking westbound, in the center lane of westbound IH 14, pushing a bicycle, when he was struck by multiple vehicles.  Several vehicles that struck the male did not stop and the Traffic Unit would like to speak with the operators of those vehicles, or any other witnesses, about the accident.  The case remains under investigation and more information will be released as it becomes available.

Press Release

For Immediate Release

September 18, 2020

UPDATE – September 18, 2020

Offense upgraded to Murder Investigation

On Wednesday, September 16, 2020, detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division were notified that the victim in this offense succumbed to their injuries.  The victim is identified as Jonathon Allen Hampton, 24, of Killeen.  Justice of the Peace Theodore Duffield pronounced Hampton deceased at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Temple.  An autopsy was ordered to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.

Detectives with the Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s help in identifying a person of interest.  The images are of an individual wanted for questioning related to this offense.  This individual also owns, or had access to, the white Volvo S60 pictured in the security footage.

Please contact the department at 254-501-8800 or Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at 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.

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Killeen Police Investigate Aggravated Assault on Fairview Drive

On Monday, September 14, 2020, at approximately 2:19 a.m., Killeen Police were dispatched to the 1300 block of Fairview Dr. in reference to a shooting.  The victim, a 24-year-old male, was transported by helicopter to Baylor Scott and White in Temple.  The victim suffered a gunshot wound to the head and remains in critical condition.

Detectives continue to investigate this case and more information will be released as it becomes available.   

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division are asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this offense, to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at 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.

On Monday, September 14, 2020, at approximately 2:19 a.m., Killeen Police were dispatched to the 1300 block of Fairview Dr. in reference to a shooting.  The victim, a 24-year-old male, was transported by helicopter to Baylor Scott and White in Temple.  The victim suffered a gunshot wound to the head and remains in critical condition.

Detectives continue to investigate this case and more information will be released as it becomes available.   

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division are asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this offense, to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at 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.