Waco Police Arrested Suspect in 2025 Murder
Authorities extradited Kevien Daniels to the McLennan County Jail following his arrest in Virginia.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Violence
Waco police have arrested 20-year-old Kevien Daniels in connection with the 2025 murder of 30-year-old Jeromy Munoz. Daniels was extradited to the McLennan County Jail on September 30, 2026.
Why it matters
The arrest represents a significant progression in the investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred in the 1300 block of E. Waco Drive last year. Law enforcement has been working to resolve the case since the victim was pronounced dead on May 15, 2025.
Kevien Daniels is currently in custody at the McLennan County Jail following his extradition from Norfolk, Virginia. Another suspect, 18-year-old Jarvis Howard, Jr., was previously arrested on May 22, 2025, in connection with the investigation.
The players
Kevien Daniels
The 20-year-old suspect is charged with the murder of Jeromy Munoz.
Jeromy Munoz
The 30-year-old man was the victim of the fatal shooting on E. Waco Drive.
Jarvis Howard, Jr.
The 18-year-old was arrested in May 2025 in connection with the homicide investigation.
Waco Police Department
The local agency is responsible for investigating the shooting and managing the case.
The details
Police responded to a shooting on E. Waco Drive at 7:17 p.m. on May 15, 2025, where Jeromy Munoz was killed and a 24-year-old man was transported to the hospital for treatment. Following the initial response and subsequent investigation, authorities successfully located and took Daniels into custody in Norfolk.
Timeline
May 15, 2025: Jeromy Munoz was killed in a shooting in the 1300 block of E. Waco Drive.
May 22, 2025: Authorities arrested suspect Jarvis Howard, Jr.
September 30, 2026: Police extradited Kevien Daniels to the McLennan County Jail.
October 1, 2026: Waco police officially announced the arrest of Daniels.
Legal Context
This arrest fits into the broader local enforcement efforts to clear cold case homicides through multi-jurisdictional cooperation. By extraditing suspects from other states, Waco authorities are utilizing established legal frameworks to ensure individuals are brought to trial within the local jurisdiction.
The arrest provides residents with a development in the ongoing investigation regarding the 2025 violence in the E. Waco Drive area. Individuals with additional information regarding this case or other local crimes can contact the Waco Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
The takeaway
The successful extradition of a primary suspect highlights the persistence of law enforcement in pursuing justice for victims of past violent crimes. Local residents are encouraged to continue reporting suspicious activity to help ensure the ongoing safety of the community.
Further reading
For additional updates on local public safety, visit the Violence section.
