Law enforcement officials identified Larry Bollin, 27, as the alleged gunman in Thursday’s mass shooting in Bryan, Texas. One person was killed and several others were injured in the shooting.
According to WPVI-TV, Bollin has been charged with murder. He is currently being held on a $ 1 million mortgage.
According to Bryan Police Chief Eric Buske, Bollin is believed to be an employee at the Kent Moore cabinets where the shooting took place. Police also suspect that Bollin acted as the sole maker. He allegedly opened fire on the company before 2.30pm local time and then fled before officers arrived. The victim’s name has not yet been released, but authorities said the name will be shared with the media on Friday.
The suspected shooter remained at large immediately after the attack. While evading arrest, Bollin also allegedly shot and wounded a state poacher when law enforcement officers chased him across the state. Authorities eventually arrested him in Bedias, a small town of 374 people located 25 miles northeast of Bryan. The soldier has not yet been identified, and the Texas Department of Public Safety has said he is in a serious but stable condition.
Police and the Texas Rangers, the state’s investigative bureau, are still investigating the shooter’s motive. Investigators have asked people to stay away from the cabinet company while the investigation continues, reports KTRK-TV.
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When police responded to the shooting, they found that one person had been shot dead. Four other individuals were brought to the hospital in critical condition with gunshot wounds. A fifth person was also taken to hospital after suffering an apparent asthma attack, although they had no injuries.
Shortly after the shooting, Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott offered condolences and prayers for the victims of the shooting and their families. He also praised for judicial authorities working on the case.
‘I’ve worked closely with the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Rangers as they help local law enforcement with a quick response to this criminal act. Their efforts led to the arrest of the shooting suspect. ‘
“We are devastated by the events today at our Bryan manufacturing facility in Stone City Drive,” Kent Moore Cabinets said in a statement. “Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of those affected. We would like to thank the many members of our law enforcement teams and other emergency personnel who responded so quickly. We are fully cooperating with law enforcement during the investigation into this horrific crime. ‘
Newsweek contacted the Texas Rangers and Bryan Police Department for comment.