Stepheno Rashad Gibson, a 34-year-old man from Killeen, Texas, tragically lost his life on November 13, 2022. Gibson was found shot in the 5000 block of Primavera Lane and was pronounced dead at the scene. His death marked the 19th murder in Killeen for the year 2022. The Killeen Police Department launched an investigation into the incident, which remained active and ongoing.
On November 17, 2022, Kenneth Lloyd Carter, a 31-year-old man, was arrested in connection with Gibson's murder.
Carter was charged with murder after the case was presented to the Bell County District Attorney's Office by detectives from the Killeen Robbery-Homicide Unit. Carter was later indicted on the charges and held at Bell County Jail on a million-dollar bond.
The investigation revealed that Carter allegedly shot Gibson around 4:30 p.m. on November 13, 2022. Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke pronounced Gibson dead at the scene about 5:15 p.m. that day. Carter was arrested in Humble, Texas, and taken into custody by the Killeen Police Department.
The case against Carter continued to develop as the Killeen Police Department and the Bell County District Attorney's Office worked together to gather evidence and build their case. The community and Gibson's family awaited justice, hoping for a resolution to the tragic loss of life.
Gibson, who was African American, was a former member of the United States Army, having served as a PV1. He was survived by his wife, Nicole Gibson, and his children, Senae, Skylar, Remedy, Jaeda, and Jamerieus. His family and friends remembered him for his kindness, love, and dedication to his loved ones.
The investigation into Gibson's murder highlighted the ongoing issue of violent crime in Killeen and the efforts of law enforcement to address and prevent such incidents. The community rallied around Gibson's family, offering support and condolences during their time of bereavement.
As the case progressed, the Killeen Police Department continued to seek information from the public, urging anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward. The department emphasized the importance of community cooperation in solving crimes and bringing justice to victims and their families.
The tragic death of Stepheno Rashad Gibson and the subsequent arrest of Kenneth Lloyd Carter underscored the need for continued vigilance and collaboration in the fight against violent crime in Killeen and beyond.
