Killeen Police are asking for the community’s assistance identifying a female suspect.

Officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Redondo Drive in reference to a burglary of a vehicle.  The victim reported to officers that her vehicle was burglarized and a wallet, containing numerous credit/debit cards, and a checkbook were stolen.  Several of stolen checks have been cashed at the Stripes Convenience Store, located at 8089 W Trimmier Rd. in Killeen.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division, General Crimes Unit, obtained a photograph of the suspect and is asking anyone who can identify this female, or may have information about this suspect to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477), go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with the tip to 274637.  Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 to stop the tip.  All information is confidential and anonymous and if your tip leads to the arrest of the suspect in this case you could be eligible to receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

May 5, 2017 – UPDATE

The shooting victim from the Homicide in the 1200 block of S. Ft Hood Road has been identified as 29 year-old Travis James Granger, of Killeen.

Through the investigation detectives were able to determine the identity of the suspect in this case.  On Friday, May 05, 2017, the Bell County District’s Attorney’s Office reviewed the case and issued a complaint charging 27 year-old Keith Louis Marinnie, of Killeen, with Murder and Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke issued a warrant for his arrest.  Killeen Police subsequently located and arrested him at the intersection of Pershing Drive and Old FM 440 Road at approximately 8:20 p.m. Marinnie was transported and booked into the Killeen City Jail.

This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.

Killeen Police responded to the 1200 block of S. Fort Hood Road on Friday, May 05, 2017, at approximately 9:23 a.m., after receiving a 911 call in reference to a shooting victim.  Upon the officers’ arrival, they found a male victim in the wooded area behind the 7-11 Convenience Store, suffering from a gunshot wound.  Killeen Fire Department Paramedics arrived and immediately transported the victim to Metroplex Hospital in critical condition.

The victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at 11:08 a.m.  An autopsy has been ordered to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensics Sciences of Dallas.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division, Homicide Unit, are asking anyone who has information about this Homicide, 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 and Android and give an anonymous tip.  All information given is anonymous and confidential, and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person responsible for this Homicide, you could be eligible for reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen Police Investigate a morning Homicide.

Killeen Police responded to the 1200 block of S. Fort Hood Road on Friday, May 05, 2017, at approximately 9:23 a.m., after receiving a 911 call in reference to a shooting victim.  Upon the officers’ arrival, they found a male victim in the wooded area behind the 7-11 Convenience Store, suffering from a gunshot wound.  Killeen Fire Department Paramedics arrived and immediately transported the victim to Metroplex Hospital in critical condition.

The victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at 11:08 a.m.  An autopsy has been ordered to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensics Sciences of Dallas.

The victim’s name has been withheld pending the notification of his next of kin.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division, Homicide Unit, are asking anyone who has information about this Homicide, 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 and Android and give an anonymous tip.  All information given is anonymous and confidential, and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person responsible for this Homicide, you could be eligible for reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

On May 1, 2017 at approximately 2:58 a.m., Killeen Police Officers responded to the 1100 block of Horizon Drive regarding a disturbance with a shot fired.  Upon arrival, responding officers located a 71 year-old female with a gunshot wound to her foot.  It was reported that there was a disturbance outside of the apartment building involving several subjects.  A single shot was fired from a handgun and the round entered an adjacent apartment through the door, striking the victim in the foot.

Patrol officers attempted to make contact with the subjects, who had retreated to a nearby apartment prior to their arrival.  The subjects barricaded themselves inside and the Tactical Response Unit was activated.   Officers evacuated nearby apartments and advised other residents in the area to shelter in place.

Shortly before 6:00a.m., negotiators were able to make contact with the subjects inside and convince them to come outside.  Four adults, three female and one male, as well as a five-month-old child came out of the apartment.  One of the females was arrested for outstanding misdemeanor warrants.  The other adults were questioned and released, but this case remains active.

The shooting victim was transported to Metroplex Hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

Detectives are asking anyone who has information about this incident to contact Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or go online at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with the tip to 274637. Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 to stop the tip.  Message and data rates may apply. All information is anonymous and confidential; if your tip leads to the arrest of the person involved in this case you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Cdr. Alex Gearhart
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Press Release

For Immediate Release

April 28, 2017

Killeen Police Investigate Traffic Crash Involving Jasper Road Overpass.

At approximately 12:13 p.m. on April 28, 2017, Killeen Police responded to a traffic crash on westbound US Highway 190/Interstate 14 at the Jasper Road overpass. Officers determined that a construction excavator being hauled by a tractor trailer was traveling westbound on the highway and struck the underside of the Jasper Road overpass as it passed underneath. Several large pieces of concrete fell on the roadway below. A minivan that was also traveling westbound was damaged by the falling concrete, but there were no reported injuries.

The Jasper Road overpass and all westbound lanes of the highway were closed while the crash was investigated. The westbound frontage road and intersecting cross streets were very congested for several hours while the crash was investigated and the overpass was inspected by TxDOT. Several minor crashes related to the congestion were reported.

Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety inspected the tractor trailer and excavator. The driver of the vehicle was cited for multiple violations including an over-weight and over-height load.

As of 5:00 p.m., the Jasper Road overpass has opened to traffic. The highway below will remain closed until at least 6:30 p.m. while temporary repairs to the overpass are made.

Cdr. Alex Gearhart

Public Affairs

Killeen Police Department

Effective immediately, Thursday’s hours of operation for the Killeen Animal Services Unit will change.  The new hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact the Killeen Animal Services Unit at 254-526-4455.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen Police investigate an Armed Robbery at a Cellular Store.

Officers responded to the T-Mobile Cellular Store located at 3207 E. Central Texas Expressway, on Monday, April 25, 2017, at 4:14 p.m., after receiving a 911 call about an Armed Robbery in progress.  Upon the officers’ arrival, they were confronted by the suspect as he was exiting the store.  The suspect immediately fled on foot with the officers in pursuit.  During the foot pursuit the suspect turned and fired at the three officers, who returned fire.  The suspect received a fatal gunshot wound during the exchange.  Justice of the Peace Claudia Brown pronounced the suspect deceased at 6:08 p.m.

The Killeen Police Department Criminal Investigation Division and Texas Rangers responded to the scene and an investigation is ongoing, being led by the Rangers.

Any further requests for information surrounding this incident can be directed to Sgt. David Roberts with the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

April 19, 2017 – UPDATE

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division, Homicide Unit, have identified the victim from the Homicide in the 700 block of W. Ave C as 19 year-old Justin Lewis.

This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.

Killeen Police Investigate an overnight Homicide.

Officers were called to the 700 block of W. Ave C at 11:18 p.m., on Monday, April 17, 2017, after receiving a 911 call in reference to shots fired near a vacant lot. Upon the officers’ arrival they located a black male victim not breathing. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke pronounced the male victim deceased at 12:34 a.m.; an autopsy is pending.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division, Homicide Unit, have not identified the male victim.  The victim is believed to be in his late teens or twenties.

Detectives are asking anyone who has information about this Homicide to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.  You can also download the app P3 tips on IOS and Android phones.  All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person responsible for this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

The Killeen Police Department has initiated a “Safe Exchange Zone” program.

It is the departments’ commitment to put the community’s safety first and the “Safe Exchange Zone” program is intended to provide a safe location to residents who purchase from on-line websites such as Craigslist, eBay and Facebook groups etc. and for families with custodial exchanges.

The “Safe Exchange Zone” area is located in the lobby of the Killeen Police Headquarters and is monitored with police presence.  We encourage residents to conduct business during daylight hours and to provide the Killeen Police Department Headquarters address of 3304 Community Blvd, Killeen 76542 for transaction arrangements.  We ask that you do not leave large/bulky items in the parking lot.

The City of Killeen or its employees are not responsible in any way for the value, authenticity, or legitimacy of such transactions.  City of Killeen employees will not act as official witnesses to transactions, do not give legal advice and will not settle civil disputes related to any transaction.  The police department is just providing a safe location to conduct your transactions.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen Police Investigate an overnight Homicide.

Officers were called to the 700 block of W. Ave C at 11:18 p.m., on Monday, April 17, 2017, after receiving a 911 call in reference to shots fired near a vacant lot. Upon the officers’ arrival they located a black male victim not breathing. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke pronounced the male victim deceased at 12:34 a.m.; an autopsy is pending.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division, Homicide Unit, have not identified the male victim.  The victim is believed to be in his late teens or twenties.

Detectives are asking anyone who has information about this Homicide to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS (8477) or go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.  You can also download the app P3 tips on IOS and Android phones.  All information is anonymous and confidential and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person responsible for this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.

This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department