Texas

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DATE CASE # VICTIM AGE
04/09/89 07-140734 STEPHEN HICKS 23

SUMMARY: The deceased was discovered lying in the street by a passerby in the 1300 block of Don Haskins. It was discovered that the deceased was beaten in the back of the head with an unknown object. There were no witnesses to the murder and there was no physical evidence left at the scene by suspects. As a result of the investigation there were several suspects developed but were cleared. At the time the murder occurred, the area where the victim was found was a hangout for high school students. Many other incidents had occurred in the area which included Aggravated Assaults and Assaults. The deceased had been at Bowl El Paso from 2100-0000 hours the night of the murder. After that he took his sister and her husband to their house and then went home. At 0030 hours, Hick’s roommate heard him come in and make a call to an unknown person and leave. From 0030 to the time he was found dead no one knows his whereabouts.

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$28,000.00 REWARD

John Winston Anderson
Murder Victim:
John Winston Anderson

The family of John Winston Anderson is offering a $28,000.00 reward, (raised from private donations), for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the killer of their son, John Winston Anderson.

On Tuesday morning, 2:35am, November 16, 1999, John Winston Anderson drove his tractor-trailer rig to a distribution center in the 700 block of Parkway in Grand Prairie, which is located between Sherman St. and Dillard St. As he was getting ready to leave the distribution center, he was shot in the back. A blue pickup truck was seen in the area at the time of the shooting. John Winston Anderson was able to call 911 on his cell phone for help. He was taken to the hospital where he later died on December 17, 1999.

HELP BRING THIS COLD BLOODED KILLER TO JUSTICE!

Call Detective Oseguera with the Grand Prairie Police Department at 972-237-8734 or contact us through this web site with any information on this case.

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In January, 2000, Kaysone Khounpanya, DOB 06/02/1950, an Asian female, was murdered at her residence on the far west side of Hurst. The police department was called to check on Kaysone's welfare by a friend who had not seen her for a week. Officers checked the residence and found her body. This case remains unsolved.

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In November, 1999, Debra Criqui, DOB 03/05/1958, a white female was reported missing. Upon police investigation of the disappearance, the circumstances were suspicious. It was determined by evidence found at the scene, that Debra was murdered. There have been no arrests in this case and the body has not been found

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Thomas Roland Wright Murder



On September 5, 1973 at about 11:08 PM Killeen Police were summoned to a residence in the 2800 block of Terrace. Upon arrival, Ft Hood SP4 Thomas Roland Wright was discovered lying on the bedroom floor. Wright had been shot several times.

Wright's wife advised that she returned from a shopping trip and found him lying on the floor bleeding, she then summoned police to the residence. Wright was transported to Darnall Army Hospital where he was pronounced dead upon arrival.



If you have any information about these cases, you are urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at 254/501-8800. You may contact the Killeen Police Intelligence Unit by email by following the link.

We understand that sometimes people are hesitant to "get involved." We would like to assure you that we will keep your information confidential. However, if you would like to remain anonymous, you may submit your information via Killeen Crime Stoppers at 254/526-TIPS.

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William Eric Zolan Murder

On January 12, 1974 Killeen Police were dispatched to the Mod Room, a nightclub at 38th Street and Business 190 regarding a injured person slumped over in the seat of a taxi cab.

Officers found William Eric Zolan, who had been shot to death. Zolan was a Fort Hood soldier who had been moonlighting as a cab driver.

Shortly before Zolan was found deceased, witnesses reported seeing Zolan pick up a customer outside the NCO Club on Fort Hood. The customer was described as a black male, 23-25 years old, about 72" tall, weighing 165 pounds, with a short afro hairstyle and thin mustache. The customer was reported to be wearing a brown jacket and matching trousers.

If you have any information about these cases, you are urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at 254/501-8800. You may contact the Killeen Police Intelligence Unit by email by following the link.

We understand that sometimes people are hesitant to "get involved." We would like to assure you that we will keep your information confidential. However, if you would like to remain anonymous, you may submit your information via Killeen Crime Stoppers at 254/526-TIPS.

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Joseph Pettiford Jr. Murder



On February 2, 1974 at about 10:27 PM Killeen Police were summoned to a residence in the 800 blk of Williamson. Upon arrival, Ft Hood SSG Joseph Pettiford Jr. was discovered dead on a living room couch. Pettiford had been shot several times.

Pettiford's wife and children were in another part of the residence when the shooting occurred. A door to the residence was discovered standing open.



If you have any information about these cases, you are urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at 254/501-8800. You may contact the Killeen Police Intelligence Unit by email by following the link.

We understand that sometimes people are hesitant to "get involved." We would like to assure you that we will keep your information confidential. However, if you would like to remain anonymous, you may submit your information via Killeen Crime Stoppers at 254/526-TIPS

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On July 6, 1985 the partially clad body of Paula Diana Warren, a 17 year old white female, was discovered in tall grass near a bridge in the 1000 blk of East Veteran's Memorial Blvd. (Business 190). It was later determined that the victim had been murdered.

Paula's family advised that she had called from California and advised that she intended to return to Killeen. Paula called again on July 5, 1985 and advised she was coming to Killeen.

Paula traveled extensively, frequently by hitchhiking. Witnesses reported seeing a shiny black newer model truck tractor with a sleeper pulling a white box type trailer parked near the area where Paula's body was found.

If you have any information about these cases, you are urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at 254/501-8800. You may contact the Killeen Police Intelligence Unit by email by following the link.

We understand that sometimes people are hesitant to "get involved." We would like to assure you that we will keep your information confidential. However, if you would like to remain anonymous, you may submit your information via Killeen Crime Stoppers at 254/526-TIPS.

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On October 12, 2002 Hector Solorzano-Silverio was found dead inside a residence in the 500 block of West Adams in Killeen after police had responded to a street fight between a group of persons. It is believed that he was also involved in this altercation and that his fatal injuries were the result of this altercation.

If you have any information about these cases, you are urged to contact the Killeen Police Department at 254/501-8800. You may contact the Killeen Police Intelligence Unit by email by following the link.

We understand that sometimes people are hesitant to "get involved." We would like to assure you that we will keep your information confidential. However, if you would like to remain anonymous, you may submit your information via Killeen Crime Stoppers at 254/526-TIPS.

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Unsolved Triple Homicide

DATE OF OFFENSE: 11-02-1983

LCPD CASE: 83-1901

Offense: CAPITAL MURDER

Location: Corvette Concepts, 595 W. Main, League City, TX 77573

Victims:

Beth Wilburn
Tommy McGraw
James Oatis

Details: On November 02, 1983, an unknown person(s) entered the Corvette Concepts garage. The suspect(s) brutally stabbed Beth Wilburn over 100 times, killing her in the business office of the garage. The suspect(s) then stabbed Tommy McGraw multiple times when he arrived at the business. The object used to stab the Tommy McGraw was impaled in his spine. The final victim, James Oatis, was an electrician working at the rear of the business. He was fatally shot several times.

Anyone having information on this case is asked to contact Sgt. Dan Krieger at the League City Police Department. 281-338-4171

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Police Unsolved Crimes


On 09/08/01, at 2:17am, the victims were northbound on Central Expressway in a white Ford F- 1 50 pickup, when they were involved in a traffic altercation at Central Expressway and Walnut IMI Lane. The suspectArtist Rendering of Suspect vehicle was reported to be a newer model brown Honda Civic hatchback containing five to six subjects. The suspect vehicle followed the victim's vehicle at speeds reported to be 80 to 90 miles per hour. In the 300 block of South Central Expressway, it was reported that the driver of the suspect vehicle began shooting at the victim’s vehicle with an unknown type handgun. It was reported that the driver shot between four or five shots, with one round striking the right rear bumper of the complainant’s vehicle. The other round struck the rear windshield, which then struck the victim. A third may have struck the left front tire, causing the tire to blow out.

It was reported during this traffic altercation and ensuing chase, three W/M's were reported to be hanging out the windows of the suspect vehicle. The driver was reported to be a W/M, late teens to early twenties, with short hair (see composite). The passengers on the right side of the vehicle were reported to be W/M's, late teens to early twenties, medium build, and one subject had short, spiked frosted blonde hair, and no facial hair. Clothing description on these suspects is unknown. It was reported there were three other suspects in the suspect vehicle. These suspects may or may not have attended a warehouse party on Commerce Street in Dallas (Bacano Night Club).

SUSPECTS: Three W/M's, one W/M was late teens or early twenties with shom spiked frosted hair, medium build passenger in front seat). Driver of vehicle - W/M, see composite drawing

VEHICLE(S): Newer model brown Honda Civic hatchback with possible gold pinstripe along side of vehicle. Texas license plates, unknown letters or numbers.

Any information on possible suspect development should be forwarded to Detective Tracy Thompson #275, Richardson Police Department Capers Unit, 972-744-4800

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1972 GABRIEL GUTIERREZ
Case 72/198973, September 9, 1972
Police responded to a call for a shooting at 27th and Poplar Street on September 9, 1972. When they arrived, the police found a white 1963 Chevy in the intersection with the engine running and no one around. An officer was checking the vehicle when a witness came up stating he saw two hippie-looking men run off. The officer started checking the area for the men last seen running, and found Gabriel Gutierrez lying on the ground, shot to death, next to 2303 Rivas. Gutierrez was 21 years old at the time of his death.
During the investigation, information came in to detectives that a woman might have been with the two men who were seen running away from the scene of the shooting.
Over the years, several leads have been investigated and suspects developed, but not enough evidence has been found to file a case against anyone.
Family members recently contacted the SAPD Cold Case Squad, looking for closure and realizing that the person or persons responsible for the death of Gabriel Gutierrez in 1972 might not still be alive. They are requesting that anyone who might have information on this murder please contact the SAPD Cold Case Squad at 207-7635.

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1977 JOSE PEREZ
Case 77/402623, December 23, 1977
On Friday, December 23, 1977, the police received a call for a fight at Sylvia's Lounge. When they arrived, they found Jose Perez lying on the floor in a pool of blood. Mr. Perez was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy was performed by the Deputy Medical Examiner, and determined the cause of death was a stab wound to the chest and the manner of death was Homicide.
Witnesses say Mr Perez was sitting at a table with at least three other people when the suspect walked in the front door and directly up to Mr. Perez. They exchanged some words, and then the suspect stabbed Mr. Perez and left out the same front door he had walked in.
The three people sitting with Mr. Perez at the time of the stabbing still have not come forward and have not been identified. Several other patrons of the Lounge who may also have information on this case, left before the police arrived.
The police are asking your help in identifying witnesses, the suspect, or any persons who might have information about this case.

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1980 MARGARET AND KEITH CONABLE
Case 80/151611, May 10, 1980
Around 11:00 pm on Friday, May 9, 1980, neighbors reported hearing gunshots in the 400 block of Cherry Ridge. Around that same time, a 1973 tan/gold Mercury Montego was seen driving down the street at a high rate of speed. As the vehicle was known to belong to Margaret and Keith Conable, who lived at 458 Cherry Ridge, the neighbors thought one of the Conables must have taken ill and were driving fast to reach medical care.
The next morning, Saturday, May 10, 1980, a neighbor noticed the Conables' car was still gone and went over to check on the house. The house was open and when the neighbor entered he found both Margaret and Keith Conable bound and badly beaten to death. The Conables' vehicle had been stolen and some CB-style radios from inside the home were taken. At the time of their death, Keith Conable was 53 and Margaret Conable was 50 years old.
Over the years, several leads have been followed up, but the case remains unsolved with no clear-cut motive on why someone would commit such a brutal crime. The CB radios taken from the house and the Conables' 1973 Mercury Montego (TX ECF275) remain missing. Detectives are looking for your help in finding the car or any other evidence or information that will lead to the solving of this case, and bring closure to the family this couple left behind.

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1982 TONY WAITERS
Case 82/330728, September 18, 1982
The complainant, Tony Waiters, was at a club, McDuff's, with his brother-in-law who had just bought a new car that day. They were going to go riding around in the car so the complainant was going to drop his own car off in the 200 block of Vargas. The complainant left the club and, according to witnesses, the suspect vehicle drove by and fired a shot as the complainant was getting out of his car on Vargas Street. The complainant fell to the gorund as the suspect vehicle drove off at a high rate of speed. The complainant's brother-in-law drove up to see the complainant lying ont he ground and EMS was called. EMS transported the complainant to R.B. Green Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead from a gunshot wound. Tony Waiters was 27 years old at the time of his death.
The suspects were described at the time as 2 black males, and the suspect vehicle was a 79/80 Oldsmobile, 2-door, gold and blue in color. The police are asking for your help in identifying witnesses or the suspects, or for any person who might have information on this case to come forward.