Killeen Mourns: Two Dead in Tragic Domestic Shooting Investigation Underway

The city is in an uproar after reports of a shooting that left two individuals dead, possibly due to domestic violence, over the weekend in Killeen.

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Two Found Deceased in Killeen Home; Domestic Motive Suspected

According to KWTX, the incident occurred Saturday afternoon when two people were found unresponsive at a residence in the 5400 block of Williamette Lane at around 2:58 p.m. The victims—a 44-year-old woman and a 43-year-old man—were pronounced dead at the scene. Police say preliminary investigations indicate the incident was domestic-related and appears to be a murder-suicide.

The identities of the deceased have been withheld pending notification of next of kin. The Criminal Investigation Division’s Robbery–Homicide Unit is handling the case, and as of now, no additional information has been released.

The Tragic Reality of Domestic-Related Murders in Killeen

Social media was in an uproar over the weekend as news of the tragedy spread throughout the community. Out of respect for the family and the ongoing investigation, we will not be releasing the names of the possible victims.

The city is mourning the loss of the 44-year-old woman its been all over social media since it happened and  deepest condolences and prayers to the families of both individuals.