KPD Conducting Death Investigation
The Killeen Police Department responded to a report of a man down at 1601 E. CTE, the Executive Inn, in the back parking lot, on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at 7:48am.
Officers arrived and were told a citizen was driving on Grandon Dr., when they saw the male lying by the dumpster. The citizen stopped and attempted to see if the man needed assistance.
After they were unable to get a response, police were called.
The 54 year old Killeen man was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke at 8:02am and an autopsy was ordered to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas. Detectives did not find any signs of trauma to the body and are conducting a death investigation at this time. The cause of death will be determined once the autopsy results have returned.
The man’s name has been withheld pending the notification of his next of kin.
This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Update on Fraud Suspect
UPDATE: The suspect has been identified.
Killeen Police were contacted on Wednesday, March 4, 2015, by an elderly victim who told officers that a man posed as a worker with the electric company and told her that her electric meter was faulty and needed to be repaired.
On Tuesday, March 3, 2015, a man posing as an electric company worker made contact with the elderly victim and told her that he was there to check her meter box. When the victim showed him where it was, he acted as though he was shocked when he touched the meter. He then went on to tell the victim that the meter needed to be repaired and asked for the money to repair it. He received cash and was also given a check made out to a James Heally. The man told the victim that he would be back at 7:00am the next day to repair the meter; he did not return to the residence. When the victim attempted to stop payment on the check, it had already been cashed. Attached you will see the suspect as he is cashing the check at the bank. The suspect defrauded the victim out of more than $2,000.
Detectives are asking if anyone can identify this suspect or if anyone knows anything about this incident, to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS, go online anonymously at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com, or text BELLCO anonymously to 274637 along with the tip. Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 to stop the tip. Data rates may apply. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your information leads to the arrest of the suspect responsible for this crime, you could receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Needs Help Identifying Fraud Suspect
Killeen Police were contacted on Wednesday, March 4, 2015, by an elderly victim who told officers that a man posed as a worker with the electric company and told her that her electric meter was faulty and needed to be repaired.
On Tuesday, March 3, 2015, a man posing as an electric company worker made contact with the elderly victim and told her that he was there to check her meter box. When the victim showed him where it was, he acted as though he was shocked when he touched the meter. He then went on to tell the victim that the meter needed to be repaired and asked for the money to repair it. He received cash and was also given a check made out to a James Heally. The man told the victim that he would be back at 7:00am the next day to repair the meter; he did not return to the residence. When the victim attempted to stop payment on the check, it had already been cashed. Attached you will see the suspect as he is cashing the check at the bank. The suspect defrauded the victim out of more than $2,000.
Detectives are asking if anyone can identify this suspect or if anyone knows anything about this incident, to contact Crime Stoppers at 526-TIPS, go online anonymously at www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com, or text BELLCO anonymously to 274637 along with the tip. Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 to stop the tip. Data rates may apply. All information is anonymous and confidential and if your information leads to the arrest of the suspect responsible for this crime, you could receive a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Asking for Help Locating Missing Elderly Man Update
UPDATE: Grover Perkins has been located and is home with his family in Killeen.
Family members of 76 year old Grover Perkins reported to officers that they last saw him on Friday, March 20, 2015 at 6:38 pm. Grover left his home in the 3200 block of Rampart Loop walking in an unknown direction. Grover is 5’ 4” tall, weighs 140 lbs, bald, and has brown eyes with a large white beard. Grover walks with a cane and was last seen wearing a navy blue shirt, jeans and a jean jacket or black windbreaker. Grover has talked about going to Louisiana and officers are concerned for his welfare and believe he might be lost.
Officers are asking anyone who sees Grover Perkins or knows of his whereabouts to contact the Killeen Police Department at 254-200-7905 or in the event he is somewhere other than Killeen to contact the local law enforcement agency.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Asking for Help Locating a Missing Elderly Man
Killeen Police are asking for the public’s help in locating an elderly man.
Family members of 76 year old Grover Perkins reported to officers that they last saw him on Friday, March 20, 2015 at 6:38 pm. Grover left his home in the 3200 block of Rampart Loop walking in an unknown direction. Grover is 5’ 4” tall, weighs 140 lbs, bald, and has brown eyes with a large white beard. Grover walks with a cane and was last seen wearing a navy blue shirt, jeans and a jean jacket or black windbreaker. Grover has talked about going to Louisiana and officers are concerned for his welfare and believe he might be lost.
Officers are asking anyone who sees Grover Perkins or knows of his whereabouts to contact the Killeen Police Department at 254-200-7905 or in the event he is somewhere other than Killeen to contact the local law enforcement agency.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Another Rabid Skunk Located in Killeen
Killeen Animal Services Officers responded to the 4200 block of E. Stagecoach Road on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, in reference to a dog killing a skunk in the backyard of a residence. The skunk was picked up and per protocol it was processed for testing at the Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin Laboratory.
The Texas Department of State Health Services notified the Killeen Animal Services Unit on Friday, March 20, 2015, that the skunk tested POSITIVE for the rabies virus.
It is unknown if the skunk bit the dog therefore as a precautionary measure, the dog will be isolated for 45 days.
The Killeen Animal Services Unit will be distributing handouts in the area of the Yowell Ranch Subdivision to ensure the residents are aware of this incident, the potential danger that has been identified and have a chance to prepare.
In the event that you see an animal that appears to be sick or acting peculiar, please contact the Killeen Police Department at (254) 501-8830 to have an Animal Services Officer respond. Please do not attempt to handle the animal as it could be infectious.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Update on KPD Investigation of Suspicious Package
UPDATE: 27 year old Daniel Eugene Sands was arrested on March 18, 2015 and charged with False Report to a Peace Officer; he was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Garland Potvin on March 19, 2015 and his bond was set at $3000. Daniel Eugene Sands was transferred to the Bell County Jail
Killeen Police Department investigates a suspicious package.
Officers responded to a 911 call, at 5:44 am, in the 900 block of W CTE, on Wednesday March 18, 2015, in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Upon their arrival they made contact with a, 26 year old, black male sitting inside a 2004 gold Saturn. The male gave officers consent to search the car and that is when officers found a package they believed to be suspicious. Following protocol, the Killeen Fire and Hazmat Unit were deployed along with the Fort Hood EOD Unit.
Fort Hood EOD was able to confirm that there were no mechanical components inside the package and it was turned over to the Killeen Police Department.
This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Investigates Suspicious Package
Killeen Police Department investigates a suspicious package.
Officers responded to a 911 call, at 5:44 am, in the 900 block of W CTE, on Wednesday March 18, 2015, in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Upon their arrival they made contact with a, 26 year old, black male sitting inside a 2004 gold Saturn. The male gave officers consent to search the car and that is when officers found a package they believed to be suspicious. Following protocol, the Killeen Fire and Hazmat Unit were deployed along with the Fort Hood EOD Unit.
Fort Hood EOD was able to confirm that there were no mechanical components inside the package and it was turned over to the Killeen Police Department.
This case continues to be investigated and information will be released as it becomes available.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
UPDATE: KPD Investigates Shooting on Jennifer Drive
Press Release
For Immediate Release
March 12, 2015
UPDATE: The victim has been identified as 22 year old Jonathon Tyrone Bridges.
Killeen Police responded to a shooting, at the 2300 block of Jennifer Drive, on Wednesday, March 11, 2015, at 11:08am. Upon the officer’s arrival, they found a 22 year old black male, in the parking lot, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to the Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital in critical condition.
The preliminary investigation revealed that a black female and a light-skin black male drove up to the apartment complex. The male suspect approached the victim, demanded money and shot the victim; the male and female then fled the area in a blue car.
The Criminal Investigations Division continues to investigate this incident and information will be released as it becomes available.
Detectives are asking anyone who can 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.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
KPD Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Stan Schlueter Correction
Correction: The operator of the motorcycle, 25 year old Dominic Marcus Poydras, was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by medical authorities at 1:52pm.
Killeen Police Department investigates a fatal motorcycle crash on Stan Schlueter Loop.
Officers responded to a 911 call telling them a crash involving a van and a motorcycle at the intersection of Stan Schlueter Loop and Bunny Trail at 12:52pm on Saturday, March 14, 2015.
The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2010 Yamaha Motorcycle was traveling eastbound on Stan Schlueter Loop, when a 1998 Dodge Wagon Van turned south onto Bunny Trail in front of the motorcycle. The operator of the motorcycle was unable to avoid the vehicle, causing the motorcycle to collide with the right side of the van. There were two occupants inside the van; the right seat passenger was transported to Metroplex Hospital with minor injuries. The operator of the motorcycle, 25 year old Dominic Marcus Toydras, was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by medical authorities at 1:52pm.
This crash continues to be investigated by the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit and information will be released as it becomes available.
Tina Amerson
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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