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Two in the hospital after shootings in Killeen
By Roland Richter at FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Killeen, Tx (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Killeen police now say two shooting victims found in different locations Friday morning were actually shot in the same incident. Police were sent to the 1900 block of Herndon Drive near Huntsman Circle at 8:42 p.m. Thursday after multiple 9-1-1 calls came about a sh...
Key takeaway Police were sent to the 1900 block of Herndon Drive near Huntsman Circle at 8:42 p.
Why this matters in The Waco
The shootings near Herndon Drive and Huntsman Circle in Killeen have raised concerns about public safety in the area. As Killeen police investigate these incidents, residents are likely to be watching for increased patrols and community outreach efforts to address any underlying issues that may have contributed to the violence. The fact that three individuals were involved in the two separate shootings suggests a potentially complex situation, and police will need to work to piece together the events of Thursday night. With two people hospitalized, the community will be waiting to see if there are any long-term consequences for the victims and what steps the city takes to prevent similar incidents in the future. The impact of these shootings will be felt not just in Killeen, but also in neighboring communities like Waco , where residents are likely to be interested in seeing how law enforcement responds to the situation.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Killeen, Tx (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Killeen police now say two shooting victims found in different locations Friday morning were actually shot in the same incident. Police were sent to the 1900 block of Herndon Drive near Huntsman Circle at 8:42 p.m. Thursday after multiple 9-1-1 calls came about a sh...
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