Willie Steve Kiser, a 31-year-old male of unspecified ethnicity, tragically died on July 29, 2019, in Waco, TX. The incident occurred in the 900 block of Houston Street, where Kiser was fatally shot. According to reports, Kiser was involved in a family argument over a bicycle, which escalated when 17-year-old Sirocean Unique Calhoun pulled out a handgun and began firing.
Kiser was hit at least twice, once in the back and once in the arm, and was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Following the shooting, Calhoun fled the scene and was initially believed to be hiding in a family member's apartment in the Trendwood Apartments. However, SWAT and negotiators later discovered that Calhoun was not in the apartment. Calhoun was eventually arrested without incident and charged with murder and aggravated assault. The 11-year-old boy who was also struck in the face by gunfire during the incident was transported to a hospital for treatment, and his condition was reported to be critical.
The case drew significant attention from local law enforcement, with Waco PD actively searching for Calhoun and considering him armed and dangerous. The investigation involved multiple law enforcement agencies and led to Calhoun's arrest and subsequent charges. The incident highlighted the devastating consequences of family disputes escalating into violence and the importance of conflict resolution.
Willie Steve Kiser's death was a tragic event that shook the Waco community and underscored the need for effective measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The legal proceedings against Calhoun continued as the community sought justice for Kiser and support for the injured child.
