In a heartbreaking case in Bryan, Texas, 31-year-old Larry Bollin has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in a shooting at Kent Moore Cabinets that resulted in one death, multiple injuries, and profound emotional trauma for the victims and their families.
This tragic event, which occurred in April 2021, left an indelible mark on the community, and after a lengthy trial, a Brazos County jury delivered a life sentence for Bollin’s horrific actions.
The Shooting Incident
On April 8, 2021, Larry Bollin, an employee at Kent Moore Cabinets, went to work as usual. During his afternoon break, he concealed a handgun inside his lunch cooler and later pulled it out in the warehouse. Without any provocation or warning, Bollin fatally shot his coworker, Timothy Smith.
The shooting didn’t stop there. Bollin fired at least 20 more shots, injuring several others, including Walter Vega, Juan Ordonez, Isidoro Leal, and Juan Uribe.
In a courageous attempt to stop the attack, Nathan Whited confronted Bollin, even asking him why he was shooting the victims. Unfortunately, Bollin responded with more gunfire, shooting Whited multiple times before fleeing the scene.
Bollin’s violent spree continued as he fled, even shooting Trooper Juan Tovar in the eye when the officer tried to apprehend him.
The Aftermath and Victim Impact
The aftermath of Bollin’s violent actions left multiple victims with both physical injuries and lasting emotional trauma. One of the most severe injuries was to Trooper Juan Tovar, who lost his left eye after being shot during a confrontation at Bollin’s home.
The emotional toll on the victims and their families was immense. During the sentencing, the mothers of the injured victims, including Nathan Whited and Juan Ordonez, as well as the wife of Juan Uribe, shared their victim impact statements, detailing the lasting pain and suffering their loved ones endured.
Legal Consequences and Life Sentence
After a lengthy trial, Bollin was found guilty of first-degree murder for the shooting death of Timothy Smith. In addition to the murder charge, Bollin was convicted of several other crimes related to the shooting.
A Brazos County jury sentenced Bollin to life in prison and imposed a $10,000 fine, reflecting the gravity of his actions and the devastation caused by his violence.
Bollin’s case was delayed for several years due to concerns about his mental competency. After receiving treatment at a state hospital for over a year, he was deemed competent to stand trial, and legal proceedings resumed in 2023.
The life sentence provides a sense of justice for the victims and the community affected by Bollin’s senseless actions. Though nothing can undo the harm caused, the conviction ensures that Bollin will be held accountable for his actions and the pain he inflicted.
A Reminder of the Impact of Violence
The case of Larry Bollin serves as a painful reminder of the consequences of unchecked violence and the importance of justice for victims. The shooting has left a permanent scar on the Bryan, Texas, community, but the conviction and life sentence offer some measure of justice to the victims and their families.
The lives affected by this senseless act of violence will never be the same, but the legal system has ensured that Bollin will be held responsible for the devastation he caused.
