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Trial of man charged in death of Killeen woman begins
By Roland Richter at FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
Killeen, Tx (FOX44) - The trial of man held in the 2024 death of a 68-year-old woman found with multiple gunshot wounds in her wrecked car began Monday in a Bell County courtroom. Dimani Phillip Gaddis is charged in the death of Vivian Delois McClain. It was on August 24, 2024 about 4:33 a.m. tha...
Key takeaway Dimani Phillip Gaddis is charged in the death of Vivian Delois McClain.
Why this matters in The Waco
The trial of Dimani Phillip Gaddis in the death of Vivian Delois McClain is a significant case for the Central Texas community, particularly given the violent nature of the crime. As the proceedings unfold in a Bell County courtroom, local residents will be watching closely for a sense of justice and closure for the family of the 68-year-old victim. The fact that McClain was found with multiple gunshot wounds in her wrecked car raises questions about public safety and the potential for violent crime in the region. While the trial is taking place in Bell County, the impact of the case is likely to be felt in neighboring McLennan County, including Waco , where community leaders and law enforcement officials will be paying attention to the outcome and its potential implications for local crime prevention efforts.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Killeen, Tx (FOX44) - The trial of man held in the 2024 death of a 68-year-old woman found with multiple gunshot wounds in her wrecked car began Monday in a Bell County courtroom. Dimani Phillip Gaddis is charged in the death of Vivian Delois McClain. It was on August 24, 2024 about 4:33 a.m. tha...
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