Killeen Police Are Conducting a Shooting Investigation
Killeen, TX (December 8, 2023): One person is in custody after a domestic violence incident involving a weapon.
On Friday, December 8, 2023, at approximately 1:34 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 2300 block of Basalt Drive in reference domestic disturbance. Upon the officers’ arrival, they observed a male exiting the residence and heard screaming inside. Officers detained the male and went inside the to find two females suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived. One victim was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center and the second victim was transported to Advent Health, both in critical condition.
The two females succumbed to their injuries. Their name has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released. There is no immediate threat to the public.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Identifies Deceased Male
Killeen, TX (November 22, 2023): Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division Robbery-Homicide Unit have identified the male as Jamal Rasheed Williams.
Detectives continue to investigate this incident and at this time no other information will be released.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE ARE CONDUCTING A SHOOTING INVESTIGATION
Killeen, TX (November 18, 2023): On Friday, November 17, 2023, at approximately 11:31 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 5000 block of Watercrest Rd in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a 43-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers immediately started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived. The victim was transported by ambulance to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition. A second person, a 38-year-old female, was transported to Seton by personal vehicle, where she is in stable condition.
The male subject succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at 12:08 a.m. by Justice of the Peace Nicola James. An Autopsy has been ordered.
The identity of the deceased has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Shooting, to contact the Bell County 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released. There is no immediate threat to the public.
Alex Gearhart
Assistant Chief of Police
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police and Texas Rangers Release Name of Deceased Male
Killeen, TX (October 24, 2023): The name of the deceased male has been identified as William Frank Lee.
Any further requests for information surrounding this incident can be directed to Sgt. Bryan Washko with the Texas Department of Public Safety.
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NEWS RELEASE: 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
Killeen Police Arrest Murder Suspect
UPDATE NEWS RELEASE – Killeen, TX (September 7, 2023): Arrest made on the ninth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
With the assistance of the community and numerous crime stopper tips, Detectives with the Killeen Police Department’s Robbery/Homicide Unit were able to identify the suspect in this case.
On Wednesday, September 6, 2023, detectives presented this case to the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a criminal complaint was issued charging Angelica Sharice Lamar Higgins, 32, with Murder. Justice of the Peace Cliff Coleman issued an arrest warrant for Lamar Higgins.
On Wednesday, September 6, 2023, the U.S. Marshals Lonestar Fugitive -Task Force located Angelica Sharice Lamar Higgins at a residence in Harker Heights, TX. She was apprehended and taken into custody without incident. Higgins was transported to the Bell County Jail and Justice of the Peace Larry Wilkey arraigned her and set her bond at $1,000,000.
The next of kin has been notified and the victim has been identified as Valeria Favila.
We would like to thank the community for their assistance in this case.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE AN EARLY MORNING SHOOTING
Killeen, TX (September 1, 2023): Killeen Police are investigating the ninth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
On Friday, September 1, 2023, at approximately 2:41 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Atlas Avenue in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a female suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers immediately started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived. The victim was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition.
The 22-year-old victim succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at 3:57 a.m. by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson.
The identity of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact the Bell County 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate an Early Morning Shooting
Killeen, TX (September 1, 2023): Killeen Police are investigating the ninth Murder in the City of Killeen for 2023.
On Friday, September 1, 2023, at approximately 2:41 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Atlas Avenue in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a female suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers immediately started to perform life saving measures until paramedics arrived. The victim was transported to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in critical condition.
The 22-year-old victim succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at 3:57 a.m. by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson.
The identity of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this Murder, to contact the Bell County 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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 Two Deceased Males in Death Investigation
Killeen, TX (July 20, 2023): On Saturday, June 10, 2023, Killeen Police were dispatched to the 1800 block of Gaynor Drive in reference to two shooting victims.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division Robbery-Homicide Unit identified the males as the victim, Daniel Francisco-Jose Vidal, 19, and the suspect, Ryan Dewayne Conway, 29.
Through the investigation, this case was determined to be a Murder-Suicide.
There is no further information to be released.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE ARE CONDUCTING A DEATH INVESTIGATION
Killeen, TX (June 10, 2023): Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division are investigating the death of two males.
Killeen Police were dispatched to the 1800 block of Gaynor Drive at 11:31 a.m., on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in reference to two shooting victims. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a 29-year-old male and a 19-year-old male deceased inside a vehicle on the roadway. Both males appeared to have at least one gunshot wound.
Justice of the Peace Nicola James pronounced both males deceased and ordered autopsies to be performed at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.
Detectives believe this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the community.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has any information about this incident to call the department at (254) 501-8830 or the Bell County Crime Stoppers at (264) 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate a Criminal Homicide on Bryce
Killeen, TX (June 13, 2023): Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division are investigating the death of a 30-year-old male.
On Friday, June 9, 2023, at approximately 11:32 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of E. Bryce Avenue in reference to a shooting victim. Both officers and Killeen EMS arrived on scene and started to perform life-saving measures on a male suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately airlifted to Baylor Scott & White in critical condition.
The victim succumbed to his injuries on Monday, June 12, 2023, and was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Cliff Coleman at 4:12 p.m.
The name of the victim has been withheld per the family’s request.
This is the sixth Murder for the City of Killeen in 2023.
No arrests have been made.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this incident, 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Investigate a Criminal Homicide
Killeen, TX (June 6, 2023): Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division are investigating the death of a 23-year-old female.
On Monday, May 29, 2023, at approximately 4:22 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of Benttree Drive in reference to a shooting victim. Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a female suffering from a gunshot wound. She was immediately airlifted to Baylor Scott & White in critical condition.
The victim, Brook Elaine Ball, succumbed to her injuries on Monday, June 5, 2023, and was pronounced deceased by the Justice of the Peace Larry Wilkey at 4:32 p.m.
This is the fifth Murder for the City of Killeen in 2023.
No arrests have been made.
Detectives believe this was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the community.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about this incident, 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
Killeen Police Identify and Arrest Murder Suspect
Killeen, TX (May 15, 2023): Through the investigation, detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division identified a suspect. The case was presented to the Bell County District Attorney’s Office and a complaint for Murder was returned charging 19-year-old Donovan Lee Mann.
At approximately 9:57 p.m., the U.S. Marshals – Lone Star Fugitive Task Force located and arrested Mann on the Murder warrant without incident. He was transported to the Bell County Jail.
The investigation is ongoing and no other information will be released.
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UPDATE NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE IDENTIFIES MURDER VICTIM
Killeen, TX (May 9, 2023): The victim has been identified as Eugene Sonny Brownlow.
CORRECTION: The age of the victim is 16.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE A MURDER ON ZEPHYR
Killeen, TX (May 8, 2023): Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division are investigating the death of a 15-year-old male juvenile.
On Monday, May 8, 2023, at approximately 10:03 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 3600 block of Zephyr Road in reference to a shots fired call. While officers were in route, they were told that a shooting victim was on Becker Drive. Officers arrived at the Star Mart Convenience Store and located shell casings in the parking lot.
At approximately 10:07 a.m., additional officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of Becker Drive, and they located three male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. One was airlifted to Baylor Scott & White Hospital, a second to Seton Medical Center Harker Heights, and a third to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center. Two victims are currently listed in stable condition. The third victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Office of Justice of the Peace Nicola James at 12:40 p.m.
The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
This is the fourth Murder for the City of Killeen in 2023.
No arrest has been made.
The department is asking anyone who may have seen anything or has information about the incident, 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.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time no other information will be released.
Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department
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