22-Year-Old Man Killed in Killeen Shooting

Police launch homicide investigation after incident at apartment complex

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

A 22-year-old man was killed in a shooting incident on Monday night in Killeen, Texas. Police responded to a call about a gunshot victim at an apartment complex on Cunningham Road around 7:42 p.m. and found the man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds on the front porch. He was transported to a local medical center but later pronounced dead. The Killeen Police Department is now investigating the homicide and is asking the community for any information related to the case.

Why it matters

Gun violence and homicides are an ongoing concern in many communities, and this tragic incident highlights the need for public safety measures and community cooperation with law enforcement to address such crimes. The Killeen Police Department is seeking the public's help to gather more details and identify a suspect in this case.

The details

According to the Killeen Police Department, officers responded to a 911 call about a gunshot victim at an apartment complex on Cunningham Road on Monday evening. When they arrived, they found a 22-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds on the front porch. He was transported to Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, where he later died from his injuries. The victim was identified as Brandon Richards. The police investigation revealed that a 911 caller reported the victim had been shot and that a suspect fled the area, but no suspect information has been released at this time.

  • On February 11, 2026, at approximately 7:42 p.m., police responded to a call about a gunshot victim.
  • Brandon Richards was pronounced dead at 8:26 p.m. on February 11, 2026.

The players

Brandon Richards

A 22-year-old man who was killed in a shooting incident in Killeen, Texas.

Killeen Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the homicide and seeking the public's help to gather more details and identify a suspect.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-8477 or submit a tip online at bellcountycrimestoppers.com.”

— Killeen Police Department (us105fm.com)

What’s next

The Killeen Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division and Robbery-Homicide Unit are continuing to investigate the homicide, and they are asking the community to come forward with any information that could help identify a suspect.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the ongoing challenges of gun violence and the importance of community cooperation with law enforcement to address such crimes and improve public safety. The Killeen Police Department is actively seeking the public's assistance to gather more details and identify a suspect in this case.