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Killeen Police Investigating Fatal Hit-and-Run on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard

Killeen, TX (August 2, 2026): Investigators with the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit are investigating a fatal hit-and-run auto-pedestrian crash that occurred early Sunday morning in the 2200 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (FM 2410).

On Sunday, August 2, 2026, at approximately 5:28 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 2200 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in reference to a vehicle versus pedestrian collision. Upon arrival, officers located a male pedestrian lying in the roadway.

The preliminary investigation indicates that the pedestrian was walking in the inside lane of FM 2410 when he was struck by an unknown vehicle traveling northbound. The impact caused the pedestrian to come to rest in the inside lane, where he was subsequently struck by a silver Ford F-150. The driver of the Ford F-150 immediately stopped, remained at the scene, and cooperated with officers.

Killeen Fire Department personnel provided emergency medical treatment to the pedestrian; however, despite lifesaving efforts, he was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 5:35 a.m.

The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Investigators have determined that the driver of the vehicle that initially struck the pedestrian left the scene without stopping to render aid or report the crash.

Anyone with information regarding this fatal crash or the vehicle involved is urged to contact the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit at 254-501-8830. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477) or online at http://www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com.

The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to actively investigate this fatal crash. No additional information is available at this time.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen Police Investigating Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on Rosewood Drive

Killeen, TX (July 30, 2026): Investigators with the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of one driver.

On Thursday, July 30, 2026, at approximately 3:01 a.m., the Killeen Police and Fire Departments responded to a reported vehicle fire in the 4100 block of Rosewood Drive. Upon arrival, first responders discovered a vehicle that had crashed into a wooded area east of the roadway and was engulfed in flames.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2015 Dodge Journey SUV was traveling southbound on Rosewood Drive at a high rate of speed when the driver lost control while negotiating a curve. The vehicle crossed the median and the northbound lanes before leaving the roadway and entering a wooded area, where it struck a tree and caught fire.

The vehicle was destroyed by the fire, trapping the driver inside. Investigators determined the driver was the sole occupant of the vehicle, and no other vehicles were involved in the crash.

The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 3:05 a.m. Judge Johnson ordered an autopsy to be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas. The driver’s identity is being withheld pending positive identification and notification of next of kin.

The Traffic Unit continues to investigate this fatality and there is no additional information at this time.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Fatal Auto-Pedestrian Crash on Interstate 14 Under Investigation

Killeen, Texas (July 23, 2026) – On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at approximately 10:43 p.m., officers responded to a report of an auto-pedestrian crash on Interstate 14.

Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive 25-year-old female in a westbound traffic lane.

Preliminary investigation indicates the victim was a passenger in an unidentified vehicle and either exited or was forced from the vehicle while it was traveling westbound at highway speed. Witnesses were unable to provide a description of the vehicle.

The victim came to rest in the outside westbound lane and was subsequently struck by an Audi sedan. The driver of the Audi immediately stopped and remained at the scene. Other motorists also stopped and assisted by preventing the victim from being struck by additional vehicles.

Investigators have identified a potential suspect who was driving the vehicle from which the victim exited or was forced.

Justice of the Peace Nicola James pronounced the victim deceased at the scene at 10:43 p.m.

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

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may assist investigators is asked to contact the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit at 254-501-8830.

The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate the incident. No additional information is available at this time.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen Police Release Identities in Fatal Stan Schlueter Loop Crash

UPDATE (June 2, 2026): The driver of the Toyota SUV has been identified as Andre Richmond. The female passenger in the Kia SUV has been identified as Rosa Hernandez.

The 77-year-old male driver of the Kia remains hospitalized and is currently listed in serious but stable condition.

The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit’s investigation remains active and ongoing.

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NEWS RELEASE: KILLEEN POLICE INVESTIGATE A FATAL CRASH ON STAN SCHLUETER LOOP

Killeen, TX (June 1, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday morning on Stan Schlueter Loop.

On Monday, June 1, 2026, at approximately 7:40 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of East Stan Schlueter Loop in reference to a two-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers discovered that two SUVs had collided.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a gray Toyota SUV was traveling westbound in the inside lane of Stan Schlueter Loop when it crossed into the eastbound lanes and struck a silver Kia SUV head-on. There are indications that the driver of the Toyota may have been impaired at the time of the crash.

The 41-year-old male driver of the Toyota was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 7:56 a.m. An autopsy has been ordered and will be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas. His identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The Kia was occupied by a 77-year-old male driver and a 73-year-old female passenger. Both were transported to the hospital by Killeen Fire Department EMS. The driver was transported to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and is currently listed in critical condition. The passenger succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center by Justice of the Peace Wilkey at 8:33 a.m. Her identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating the crash with assistance from the Criminal Investigation Division. No additional information is available at this time.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen Police Investigate a Fatal Crash on Stan Schlueter Loop

Killeen, TX (June 1, 2026): The Killeen Police Department is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday morning on Stan Schlueter Loop.

On Monday, June 1, 2026, at approximately 7:40 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of East Stan Schlueter Loop in reference to a two-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers discovered that two SUVs had collided.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a gray Toyota SUV was traveling westbound in the inside lane of Stan Schlueter Loop when it crossed into the eastbound lanes and struck a silver Kia SUV head-on. There are indications that the driver of the Toyota may have been impaired at the time of the crash.

The 41-year-old male driver of the Toyota was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 7:56 a.m. An autopsy has been ordered and will be performed at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas. His identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The Kia was occupied by a 77-year-old male driver and a 73-year-old female passenger. Both were transported to the hospital by Killeen Fire Department EMS. The driver was transported to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and is currently listed in critical condition. The passenger succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center by Justice of the Peace Wilkey at 8:33 a.m. Her identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating the crash with assistance from the Criminal Investigation Division. No additional information is 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 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 Investigating Multi-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 14

Killeen, TX (January 31, 2026): Killeen Police are investigating a multi-vehicle crash on I-14 resulting in multiple injuries.

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, at approximately 2:26 a.m., officers responded to a major multi-vehicle crash on I-14.

The preliminary investigation indicates a red Dodge Charger was traveling eastbound at a very high rate of speed when it struck a gray GMC SUV during a lane change and then struck a black Mercedes-Benz SUV. The Dodge Charger and Mercedes-Benz SUV left the roadway and rolled down the embankment, while the GMC SUV left the roadway and spun down the embankment. All three vehicles came to rest on Central Texas Expressway.

The driver of the Mercedes-Benz fled on foot and was apprehended by officers. He was found in possession of a stolen handgun and narcotics and had an active arrest warrant. A female passenger in the Mercedes was transported to Baylor Scott & White Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The occupants of the Dodge Charger required extrication by KFD and were transported to Baylor Scott and White Hospital. The driver was airlifted with serious injuries, and a passenger was transported by ambulance with serious injuries. The two occupants of the GMC sustained minor injuries and were treated at the scene.

Central Texas Expressway was closed for approximately four hours. Only lane reduction was required on I-14.

The Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate this crash.

No further information is available at this time.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department

Killeen Police Investigate a Single-Vehicle Fatality on Roy Reynolds

Killeen, TX (January 28, 2026): Investigators with the Killeen Police Department Traffic Unit are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash on Roy Reynolds Drive.

On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at approximately 5:49 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of N. Roy Reynolds Drive in reference to a single-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers discovered a vehicle that had crashed into a utility pole.

The preliminary investigation indicates a silver Volvo SUV was traveling southbound in the 500 block of Roy Reynolds Drive when it accelerated suddenly and left the roadway. The vehicle struck a utility pole, severing a portion of the pole, then rolled over and came to rest.

The male driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was pronounced deceased at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson at 5:50 a.m. An autopsy has been ordered and will be conducted at the Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas.

The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Traffic investigators expect a prolonged closure of Roy Reynolds Drive while the investigation and clean-up operations are completed.

The Killeen Police Department’s Traffic Unit continues to investigate this fatality, and no further details are available at this time.

Ofelia Miramontez
Public Affairs
Killeen Police Department