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Killeen Murder Trial Concludes: Jury Delivers Conviction in Shocking Case

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KILLEEN, Texas — A jury has found a man guilty of murder in a high-profile trial that has captured the attention of the local community. The verdict, reached after several days of deliberation, comes as a significant moment for both the victim’s family and the residents of Killeen. The case centered around a violent incident that occurred last year, resulting in the death of the victim, whose identity has been a focal point throughout the proceedings. During the trial, the prosecution presented compelling evidence, including eyewitness testimonies and forensic findings, to establish the defendant’s role … Read more

Jury Deliberates in 2021 Killeen Murder Case of Teen Accused in Fatal Shooting

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KILLEEN, Texas — A jury is set to deliberate a contentious murder case concerning a teenager accused of killing another teen in 2021. The courtroom drama has attracted significant attention due to the age of those involved and the broader implications of youth violence in the community. The incident that led to the charged murder transpired in July 2021, when a 16-year-old was fatally shot. The alleged assailant, also 16 at the time, has maintained that the shooting was done in self-defense. Legal arguments have centered on the circumstances surrounding the incident, with both the … Read more

Feud Escalates: Jury Examines Neighborhood Tensions in Killeen Trash Can Shooting Case

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KILLEEN, Texas — Tensions between neighbors on a quiet street in Killeen culminated in a shocking incident involving gunfire, as a jury recently began hearing testimony regarding the ongoing dispute. The case centers around a shooting that escalated from a seemingly benign neighborhood quarrel. The feud reportedly began over what some may consider trivial matters, but it grew increasingly severe over time, with residents on the block describing rising animosities. The conflict at times involved incidents over property boundaries and noise complaints, which ultimately set the stage for the violent confrontation that led to the … Read more

Killeen Man Indicted for Assaulting Officer: Shocking Incident on FM 440 Sparks Legal Action

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Killeen, Texas – A Killeen man has been indicted by a Bell County grand jury on charges of assaulting and injuring a local police officer. Saleem Zahir Mahdi, 42, was released from the Bell County Jail after posting a bond of $100,000. The incident occurred on December 11, 2023, when Killeen police officers responded to a report of a man passed out in a vehicle on Farm-to-Market 440 and West Elms Road. When the officer tried to wake Mahdi, he became belligerent and attempted to drive away. During the ensuing struggle, Mahdi struck the officer … Read more