Bell County Resident Facing Felony Charges Following Violent Domestic Assault Near Killeen

Ethan Brunson is held on a $250,000 bond following a violent domestic assault near Killeen. Charges include aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 10, 2026, 9:44 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from KWTX

Early Morning Call For Service Leads To Emergency Hospitalization

A violent domestic encounter in a rural area outside of Killeen resulted in a significant law enforcement response and the hospitalization of one individual early Saturday. Bell County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the 200 block of Nettie Drive at approximately 2:50 a.m. on March 7. Upon their arrival, officers discovered the victim at a neighboring residence, where they had sought refuge. Emergency medical teams were immediately summoned to the scene to provide stabilization before transporting the victim to the emergency department at Seton Medical Center in Harker Heights. The severity of the injuries prompted an immediate handoff to the Criminal Investigations Division to begin documenting the scene and interviewing witnesses.

Investigative Findings Result In Escalated Felony Charges

While the initial legal action against the suspect was for assault causing bodily injury, further discovery by detectives led to a more serious set of allegations. After gathering additional evidence and medical documentation, the Bell County District Attorney’s Office approved higher-level felony charges. The suspect, Ethan Brunson, now faces charges of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Family Violence. Additionally, investigators filed charges for Assault Causing Bodily Injury by Impeding Breath or Circulation, a specific designation in Texas law used when an assault involves strangulation or the restriction of a victim’s airway.

Justice Of The Peace Issues Warrant Leading To Peaceful Arrest

The legal process moved swiftly following the initial report, with Justice of the Peace Cliff Coleman issuing the formal arrest warrant. Brunson was located at his residence by sheriff’s deputies and taken into custody without incident. Law enforcement officials noted that the suspect did not resist during the booking process and was transported directly to the Bell County Jail. The transition from a standard assault investigation to a family violence case with deadly weapon enhancements reflects the department's commitment to prioritizing domestic safety and high-risk intervention.