Killeen Police Investigate a Homicide on Bluestem Lane
Killeen, TX (May 4, 2026): On Sunday, May 3, 2026, at approximately 1:55 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 4200 block of Bluestem Lane in reference to a welfare check. Upon the officer’s arrival, they discovered a deceased 74-year-old female and a 43-year-old male inside the residence.
The female and male were pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Nicola James at 3:57 p.m.
The identities of the deceased are being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The preliminary investigation indicates this was a domestic-related incident and appears to be a murder-suicide.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case, and there is no additional information available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate a Major Crash on Robinett Road
Killeen, TX (April 30, 2026): Investigators with the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit are investigating a crash that left two drivers injured while another vehicle fled the scene.
On April 30, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Killeen Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of Robinett Road in reference to a crash. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a blue Chevrolet Camaro and a silver Ford SUV had collided near the intersection of Robinett Road and Woodrow Drive.
The preliminary investigation indicates that the Camaro and another light-colored vehicle were traveling southbound at a high rate of speed, with witnesses reporting the vehicles were racing. The driver of the Camaro lost control and struck the Ford, which was traveling northbound in the inside lane, before spinning and leaving the roadway and coming to rest in the backyard of a residence.
The 24-year-old male driver of the Camaro was transported to Baylor Scott & White Hospital in critical condition. The 26-year-old male driver of the Ford SUV was transported to Baylor Scott & White in stable condition.
At this time, the Traffic Unit is seeking assistance in identifying the light-colored vehicle that witnesses reported was racing the Camaro. The vehicle fled the scene southbound on Robinett Road at a high rate of speed.
Anyone with information related to this crash is asked to contact the Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.
A portion of Robinett Road was closed for approximately four hours.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash. There is no additional information available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Charge 36-Year-Old-Male with Murder
Killeen, TX (April 8, 2026) UPDATE: Detectives with the Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, received a criminal complaint from the Bell County District Attorney’s Office charging Mario Ryan Christian with the murder of James Marquis Simmons.
Christian was arraigned by Bell County Judge Anthony Woolstrum, who set bond at $1,000,000. He also received two additional $100,000 bonds for Terroristic Threat charges stemming from an unrelated incident. Christian is currently being held in the Bell County Jail.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division’s Robbery-Homicide Unit continue to actively investigate this case.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATING THE MURDER OF A 35-YEAR-OLD MALE
Killeen, TX (February 1, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of James Marquis Simmons.
On Sunday, February 1, 2026, at approximately 3:59 a.m., officers were dispatched to Club Blu Print, located at 4505 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard, in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, officers located a male in the parking lot suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was immediately airlifted to Carl R. Darnall Medical Center in critical condition.
The victim later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Gregory Johnson at 5:01 a.m.
The preliminary investigation revealed that the 9-1-1 caller reported hearing gunshots and then discovering the male in the parking lot with a gunshot wound. An unknown vehicle was observed leaving the scene.
Anyone with information related to this murder should contact the Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Identify Victim in Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Killeen, TX (March 31, 2026) UPDATE: Investigators with the Traffic Unit have identified the victim as Jerry Wayne Craigo.
This fatality continues to be under investigation, and there is no additional information available at this time.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE FATAL CRASH ON SH 195
Killeen, TX (March 30, 2026): A 43-year-old male is deceased after being struck by a vehicle.
On March 30, 2026, at approximately 2:22 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on SH 195.
The preliminary investigation indicates the pedestrian was walking southbound along the shoulder in the 18800 block of SH 195 when he was struck from behind by a gray 2022 Chevrolet pickup.
The pedestrian sustained multiple life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene at 3:00 p.m. by Justice of the Peace Nicola James. An autopsy has been ordered.
The male driver of the pickup truck was not injured.
The roadway was closed for approximately two hours.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate this fatality, and there is no additional information available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate Fatal Crash on SH 195
Killeen, TX (March 30, 2026): A 43-year-old male is deceased after being struck by a vehicle.
On March 30, 2026, at approximately 2:22 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on SH 195.
The preliminary investigation indicates the pedestrian was walking southbound along the shoulder in the 18800 block of SH 195 when he was struck from behind by a gray 2022 Chevrolet pickup.
The pedestrian sustained multiple life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene at 3:00 p.m. by Justice of the Peace Nicola James. An autopsy has been ordered.
The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The male driver of the pickup truck was not injured.
The roadway was closed for approximately two hours.
The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate this fatality, and there is no additional information available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate a Shooting on N. Gray Street
Killeen, TX (March 12, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that resulted in one deceased victim.
On Thursday, March 12, 2026, at approximately 9:12 a.m., officers responded to the 1700 block of N. Gray Street in reference to a 911 call reporting a male suffering from a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious male outside of a residence. Killeen EMS responded to the scene and confirmed the male showed no signs of life.
Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson pronounced the victim, 37-year-old Christopher Gillespey, deceased at 9:25 a.m. and ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences.
The preliminary investigation indicates the victim was inside his residence when he was shot and exited the home, where he collapsed outside.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case. Detectives are asking residents and businesses in the area to review their surveillance cameras for any individuals in the vicinity around the time of the shooting.
Anyone with information or video related to this incident is asked to submit evidence using the QR code provided or contact the Killeen Police Department at 254-501-8800.
Detectives with the Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, continue to investigate this homicide. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Three Men in Shots Fired Incident
Killeen, TX (March 7, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is currently investigating a shots fired disturbance that occurred at a department store.
At approximately 1:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the Ross department store located at 3205 E. Central Texas Expressway in reference to a disturbance involving shots fired. Upon arrival, officers began investigating and determined that the disturbance involved several individuals. No injuries were reported.
During the course of the investigation, detectives obtained surveillance video from the business and are seeking to identify and speak with three males seen in the photos below in reference to this incident.
Anyone with information about the individuals or this incident is asked to contact Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.
The Killeen Police Department Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case. No additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Charge 36-Year-Old Male with Murder
Killeen, TX (March 1, 2026) UPDATE: Detectives with the Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, received a complaint from the Bell County District Attorney’s Office. William Kimbrell Ridgely was charged with the murder of Brandon James Petree. Justice of the Peace Cliff Coleman arraigned Ridgely and set his bond at $500,000. He is currently in the Bell County Jail.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, continues to investigate this case.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE THE MURDER OF A 35-YEAR-OLD MALE
Killeen, TX (February 26, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of a 35-year-old male.
On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at approximately 10:20 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Splawn Ranch Road and Zayden Drive in reference to a shots-fired disturbance call. Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious male in a nearby field suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
The victim, Brandon James Petree, was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 10:41 p.m.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a 9-1-1 caller reported hearing arguing followed by multiple gunshots. One person has been detained in connection with this incident.
Anyone with information related to this murder is asked to contact the Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case and there is no additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigating the Murder of a 21-Year-Old Male
Killeen, TX (February 26, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of a 21-year-old male.
On Thursday, February 26, 2026, at approximately 12:11 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of S. Fort Hood Street in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, officers located a male in the parking lot suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was airlifted to Baylor Scott & White in critical condition. The victim, Christopher Gharrynio Narcisse, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Rosanne Fisher at 1:24 a.m.
The preliminary investigation revealed the 9-1-1 caller reported the victim had been shot and that the suspect fled the area.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this murder to contact Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com. You can also download the P3Tips App for iOS or Android to submit an anonymous tip. All information is confidential, and if your tip leads to the arrest of the person(s) responsible, you could be eligible to receive a reward of up to $1,000 in cash.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case. There is no additional information available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate the Murder of a 35-Year-Old Male
Killeen, TX (February 26, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of a 35-year-old male.
On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at approximately 10:20 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Splawn Ranch Road and Zayden Drive in reference to a shots-fired disturbance call. Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious male in a nearby field suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
The victim, Brandon James Petree, was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 10:41 p.m.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a 9-1-1 caller reported hearing arguing followed by multiple gunshots. One person has been detained in connection with this incident.
Anyone with information related to this murder is asked to contact the Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.
The Killeen Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, Robbery-Homicide Unit, is actively investigating this case and there is no additional information is available at this time.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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