On the evening of February 5, 2025, Waco, Texas, experienced its first homicide of the year when 34-year-old African American male, Keith Cobb II, was fatally shot. At approximately 7:15 p.m., Waco Police responded to reports of a shooting near the intersection of Ozark Drive and Howard Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered Cobb with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. This incident marked Waco's first homicide in seven months.
Following the shooting, the Waco Police Department initiated a homicide investigation and sought assistance from the public for any information related to the case. The investigation led to the identification of 19-year-old Gregory O'Neil Clay as a suspect. With the help of the U.S. Marshal's Lone Star Fugitive Task Force, Clay was located and arrested in Grand Prairie, Texas, on February 26, 2025. He was subsequently extradited to Waco to face charges.
On May 8, 2025, a McLennan County Grand Jury indicted Gregory Clay on an enhanced charge of murder in connection with the death of Keith Cobb II. Details regarding the motive behind the shooting have not been publicly disclosed. The case remains under investigation as authorities continue to gather information and prepare for legal proceedings.
The tragic death of 34-year-old African American male, Keith Cobb II, has left a profound impact on the Waco community. As the legal process unfolds, residents and officials alike seek justice and hope for a resolution that brings closure to Cobb's family and friends.
