Revierra Elizabeth Aline Gibson, an 18-year-old female of African American ethnicity, tragically lost her life on March 24, 2022, in Killeen, Texas. She was one of two victims found with gunshot wounds in the early hours of the morning in the 600 block of Brook Drive. The other victim was a 15-year-old boy whose identity has not been publicly disclosed.
The Killeen Police Department identified 17-year-old Ruben Joel Fuentes Jr. as the suspect in this double homicide. Fuentes Jr.
was arrested at the scene and later indicted on two counts of murder by the Bell County grand jury. He was charged as an adult and held on a $2 million bond, with $1 million for each murder charge. This incident marked the 10th and 11th murders for Killeen in 2022.
The investigation revealed that Fuentes Jr. shot and killed Gibson and the 15-year-old boy around 2:30 a.m. The motive behind the shooting has not been publicly disclosed, but the case has drawn significant attention due to the young ages of both the victims and the suspect.
The community has been deeply affected by this tragedy, and the families of the victims are seeking justice for their loved ones. The case remains under investigation, and authorities continue to work diligently to uncover all the details surrounding the incident.
Revierra Gibson was remembered as a loving and caring person who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She is survived by her son, Zae'kari James Gibson Crathers, and a large extended family. Her passing has left a significant void in the lives of those who knew and loved her.
