Killeen Police Investigate a Single Vehicle Crash on Trimmier Road
Killeen, TX (December 1, 2023): On Friday, December 1, 2023 at approximately 7:10 p.m., Killeen Police were dispatched to a single vehicle crash at the intersection of Trimmier Road and Stagecoach Road. Upon their arrival, the sole occupant of the vehicle, a 48 year-old female, was found to be suffering from serious injuries. Killeen EMS immediately transported her to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center.
The preliminary investigation revealed that a white 2021 BMW SUV was traveling southbound on Trimmier Road at a high rate of speed, when it left the roadway, striking a concrete retaining wall on the south side of the intersection with Stagecoach Road.
The driver is currently in critical condition.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit is currently investigating and there is no additional information at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Conduct a Death Investigation
Killeen, TX (November 14, 2023): Killeen police are investigating after human remains were found Tuesday afternoon.
Officers were dispatched at approximately 2:56 p.m. to the 1700 block of Copperfield Circle after witnesses told them remains were found in a wooded area.
The remains will be sent for an autopsy to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas to determine the cause of death and identity.
The investigation is ongoing and there is no further information.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police and Texas Rangers are Investigating an Officer Involved Shooting
Killeen, TX (October 20, 2023): On Friday, October 20, 2023, at approximately 5:39 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Southside Drive in reference to a 911 call about a violent domestic with weapons. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a male in the roadway suffering from a stab wound and a second male armed with a knife in close proximity. The responding officer discharged his weapon, striking the armed male with the knife.
Both males were transported to Baylor Scott & White in Temple. The stabbing victim (36 years-old) is currently in critical, but stable condition. The armed male (38 years-old) succumbed to his injuries.
As per protocol, the officer, a 5-year veteran, will be placed on administrative leave.
The Texas Rangers responded to the scene and are the lead investigating agency. The Killeen Police Department Internal Affairs Unit will conduct an internal investigation.
Any further requests for information surrounding this incident can be directed to Sgt. Bryan Washko with the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
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
Killeen Police Need the Community’s Assistance in Locating a Person of Interest
Killeen, TX (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 Identify Person of Interest in Murder
Killeen, TX (July 31, 2023) UPDATE
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 Search for Missing Elderly Man
Killeen, TX (July 14, 2023): Killeen Police need the community’s assistance in locating a 79-year-old missing elderly man.
The family of Bievenido “Benny” Rios reported him missing on Thursday, July 13, 2023, from his residence located in the 2100 block of Ruger Drive. His spouse last saw him that morning when she left the residence and upon her return around 5:00 p.m., Benny was not home.
Benny is a Hispanic male with brown eyes, 5’7” tall and weighs approximately 120 pounds. He has gray/white hair and mustache with sideburns. He was last seen wearing black or brown pants, black shoes and always wears a cowboy hat. Benny’s family advised that he has been diagnosed with dementia.
The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued a Silver Alert for his absence. Anyone who sees Benny, is asked to contact the Killeen Police Department (254) 501-8830 or call 9-1-1 immediately. Our goal is to get Benny home safely to his family.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Respond to Two Dog Attack Incidents
Killeen, TX (July 7, 2023): Killeen Police responded to two dog attack incidents during the Fourth of July week.
On July 4, 2023, at approximately 9:11 a.m., officers responded to the area of Jakespoon Drive and Ida Drive in reference to two aggressive dogs that had been chasing people in the neighborhood. Upon the officer’s arrival, they observed two dogs barking and lunging at two males. It was later determined that one of the dogs had attacked an elderly gentleman, tearing at his pant leg and shoe. One of the officers attempted to lure the dogs away from other potential victims by offering water. The dogs initially walked off but then suddenly turned, charging at the officer. That is when the officer drew his duty weapon and discharged it, killing both dogs. The owner of the dogs was contacted. The Animal Control Unit was contacted and will be handling this investigation.
On July 5, 2023, at approximately 5:15 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Greenwood Avenue in reference to an animal attack call. Upon the officer’s arrival, EMS was on scene treating a male lying on the floor of the residence. Officers were told by a witness, that two dogs pulled the victim off his bicycle onto the ground and were biting him. Other witnesses attempted to assist the victim, but the dogs would turn their aggression towards them and attempt to bite them. Several witnesses reported that the dogs were randomly charging at pedestrians who were walking in the area. The two dogs returned to their residence several times but continued charging at people. Eventually, one male victim was attacked. While officers and EMS personnel were near the ambulance loading the victim for transport, one of the dogs exited the house, charging towards them. Two officers discharged their duty weapons, striking and killing the dog. The victim was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition where he was subsequently transported to Baylor Scott & White. The second dog was taken into custody by the Animal Control Unit.
The owner of the dogs was not at the residence at the time of the incident, but contact was made.
The victim remains hospitalized in critical condition.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Arrest Twelve During Prostitution Operation
Killeen, TX (June 27, 2023): On Thursday, June 15, 2023, and Friday, June 16, 2023, members of the Killeen Police Department Organized Crime Unit conducted an undercover operation directed at prostitution and solicitation of prostitution in Killeen. Due to the increase of complaints about Prostitution throughout the City of Killeen, the operation resulted in twelve arrests.
- Monique Davila, 31 years-old, Prostitution
- Diana Arispe, 34 years-old, Prostitution
- Nadia Browder, 38 years-old, Prostitution
- Heaven Sarmiento, 20 years-old, Prostitution
- Elyshia Bullion, 22 years-old, Prostitution
- Lawrence Daniels, 45 years-old, Prostitution
- Jiaya Hunter, 21 years-old, Prostitution
- Stephany Ann Carver, 40 years-old, Prostitution and Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
- Angelo Frazier, 48 years-old, Solicitation of Prostitution
- Jose Luis Facundo, 26 years-old, Solicitation of Prostitution
- Rakeem Jamal Nelson, 31 years-old, Felon in Possession of a Weapon
- Daniel James Estrada, 36 years-old, Solicitation of Prostitution
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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