The shooting in Texas comes just hours after President Joe Biden announced a half-dozen executive actions to combat what he called an epidemic and an international embarrassment of gun violence in America while also calling on Congress to end the broad immunity that gun-makers have from being sued for shootings, making it a top priority for his administration. The man, Larry Bollin, 27, of Grimes County, was. Are ticket costs pricing Houston Astros fans out of Opening Day? Colombia wants to deport "cocaine hippos" to stop them from multiplying, Alex Murdaugh testifies 4 years after fatal boat crash involving son, Alex Murdaugh found guilty of murders of wife and son. But I guess that's why nobody expected for stuff like this to happen.". One person was killed and five others were wounded Thursday after a gunman opened fire at a manufacturing facility in Bryan, Texas, officials said. A Bryan police officer blocks road access near the scene of a mass shooting at an industrial park in Bryan in Bryan, Texas, April 8, 2021. It has design centers in nearly a dozen Texas cities and employs more than 600 people, according to its website. He said investigators believe Bollin was solely responsible for the attack, which happened around 2:30 p.m., and that he was gone by the time officers arrived. Our focus now is on our employees and their families during this most difficult time, and we hope you understand we are not able to respond to your comments. Greg Abbott released a statement in response to the shooting, saying that he has been "working closely with the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Rangers as they assist local law enforcement on a swift response to this criminal act. "Our hearts go out to the families and the loved ones of those affected. "At this site, when law enforcement showed up it was already over with," Bryan Police Lt. Jason James said earlier. Before his arrest, police said the suspect also shot and wounded a state trooper during an intense manhunt. Bryan Police Chief Eric Buske told reporters that investigators believe Bollin used a handgun and was solely responsible for the attack, which happened around 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Texas Governor Greg Abbott said he is working with law enforcement on the shooting. Larry Winston Bollin in an April 8, 2021, booking photo provided by the Bryan Police Department in Texas. 1 most stressful city for U.S. workers, Willie Nelson's new album is a lovely tribute to a fellow country legend, Two ocelots were photographed crossing a road in rare South Texas sighting, Turner: TEA is giving Houston ISD two optionsclose school or be taken over. On Friday, police said two of the survivors had been upgraded from critical to serious condition. The shooting in Bryan came a day after a shooting left six people dead in Rock Hill, South Carolina - including the gunman, former NFL player Phillip Adams - and followed high-profile mass. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives sent dogs to the scene of the shooting, said spokesman Deon Washington. He has been charged with murder and booked into the Brazos County Sheriff's Office. "We are devastated by the events today at our Bryan manufacturing facility," the company said in a statement. Authorities said one person was killed and four others were critically injured during a shooting at Kent Moore Cabinets in Bryan Thursday afternoon. Texas Gov. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan. Bryan Police Lt. Jason James said that . The suspect, described as an employee, has been arrested. or redistributed. "It's so sad it had to happen to us, too," Rodriguez said. He was also charged Friday with five counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Bollin was arrested in Bedias, a tiny community about 25 miles (40 kilometers) northeast of Bryan, Grimes County Sheriff Don Sowell said about two hours after the attack. One of the injured victims was identified as a state trooper who was shot during a manhunt. Authorities said Thursday evening a suspect is in custody. he said. PLANO, Texas - A Plano family is shaken up after a bullet fired from a party at a short-term rental property made its way into their 3-year-old daughter's playroom.. People who live in the . SEE ALSO: Bryan, Texas shooting: Trooper shot pursuing suspect after 1 killed and 6 wounded in workplace shooting, "I see him every day," Barron said. Police investigate the scene of a shooting in Bryan, Texas, April 8, 2021. Investigators were still trying to determine the motive for the attack, authorities said. Grimes County Sheriff Don Sowell said about two hours after the attack, Bollin was arrested in Bedias, a tiny community about 40 miles northeast of Bryan. HEAR THE AUDIO: Chaos heard on police dispatch audio during Bryan shooting. Police said they will identify the deceased victim on Friday. "Everybody told me this guy is very calm and out of the blue he decides to do this," Rodriguez said. Thursday evening shortly before 5 p.m. CDT, Bryan Chief of Police Eric Buske said a person who they believe to be an employee of Kent Moore Cabinets showed up at the company's headquarters and began shooting near the warehouse at about 2:30 pm. At 2:30 p.m. local time, police responded to reports of a shooting at the business, where they discovered several shooting victims. Kent Moore Cabinets said that it was cooperating with authorities and supporting its employees. Lt. Jason James with Bryan police said six ambulances responded. Texas Department of Public Safety spokesperson Lt. Craig Cummings speaks to members of the media outside of CHI St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital, where people wounded during a shooting at Kent Moore Cabinets are being treated, April 8, 2021 in Bryan, Texas. The city is next to College Station, the home of Texas A&M University. April 9, 2021. By the time officers arrived, the shooter was gone. Police asked people to stay away from the business during the investigation. "We will NOT allow this in TX. These Valuable Pennies Are Worth Thousands, Frisco to Open New State-of-the-Art Public Library This Saturday. Marc Barron, a co-worker, told ABC Houston station KTRK that he'd see Bollin every day. In a statement posted on. Kent Moore, which makes custom cabinets, has design centers in nearly a dozen Texas cities and employs more than 600 people, according to its website. Watch the video above, to hear what happened that left him "so shook.". A shooting with multiple victims has reportedly occurred in Bryan, Texas. These shootings going on everywhere and you never know.". http://www.facebook.com/AgendaFreeTVFollow us on Periscope! He realized what was going on when he came eye-to-eye with the suspect. The 27-year-old trooper has been with DPS since 2017. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! The Associated Press contributed to this report. All rights reserved. The Bryan Police Department identified the man . Two Mexican citizens were among those injured in the shooting. I was in art room one, and he shot up art room two . Copyright 2023 KTRK-TV. He was arrested in a neighboring county by state troopers, and a trooper was shot and wounded during that effort, a spokesman for the state department of public safety said. Texas Gov. Singer Katy Perry broke down on the set of "American Idol" Sunday after an emotional audition by a mass-shooting survivor. The shooting took place at a cabinet company in Bryan, Texas. Copyright 2023 KTRK-TV. Bryan is located in the shadow of Texas A&M University and about 100 miles northwest of Houston. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. The names of the survivors have not been released. Bryan, Texas shooting: Trooper shot pursuing suspect after 1 killed and 6 wounded in workplace shooting. "Gun violence in this country is an epidemic," Biden said in remarks Thursday. NBC 5 News Larry Winston Bollin is facing a murder charge following a shooting in Bryan, Texas, Thursday, April 9, 2021. Both are in stable condition, according to the Consulate General of Mexico in Houston. Bollin's bond for this charge was set at $1 million, on top of the $1.2 million bond for the murder charge. IE 11 is not supported. Marc Barron, an employee at Kent Moore, said the shooting caught him off guard as the suspect is not someone expected to do such a thing. He was booked into the Brazos County Detention Center in Bryan late Thursday, according to Bryan police. The first shooting took place at Kent Moore Cabinets manufacturing facility, where police said the suspect is an employee. "He basically turned away from me to shoot (the victim who works on the other side of the suspect).". We want to thank the many members of our law enforcement teams and other emergency personnel who responded so quickly.". Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Bollin was then found and taken into custody 50 minutes later in the town of Bedias. BRYAN, Texas (KTRK) -- A suspect arrested in connection with the shooting that killed one person and injured five others, including a DPS trooper, in Bryan, Texas reportedly "came with the intention of causing harm," according to witnesses. 2:58 pm . Greg Abbott said in a statement, "I have been working closely with the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Rangers as they assist local law enforcement on a swift response to this criminal act. The suspect, identified as Larry Bollin, 27, of Grimes County, has been charged with murder, police said. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Texas shooting at Kent Moore Cabinets in Bryan: 1 dead, 5 injured Larry Winston Bollin is facing a murder charge following a shooting in Bryan, Texas, Thursday, April 9, 2021. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. Biden's executive actions, which are likely to face legal hurdles, are aimed at reducing mass shootings, suicides and domestic violence. Police announced Friday evening that Bollin has also been charged with five counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives sent agents and dogs to the shooting scene, said spokesman Deon Washington. Bryan Police Chief Eric Buske told reporters he believes the shooting suspect whose identity has not been released is an employee at the business. Katy Perry broke down in tears and delivered stirring words after a contestant on "American Idol" revealed he had survived a school shooting. All Rights Reserved. He remained hospitalized in serious but stable condition as. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives sent agents and dogs to the shooting scene, said spokesman Deon Washington. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Two additional victims in critical. MLB legend makes surprise appearance at Astros' Spring Training, This is what Houston looks like from space, Astros GM Dana Brown has more praise team's top prospect, Hiker takes 'once-in-a-lifetime' photo at Brazos Bend State Park, Oops! Bryan police responded to Kent Moore Cabinets around 2:30 p.m. and found multiple people had been shot and the gunman had fled, police Chief Eric Buske said. "Cecilia and I are praying for the victims and their families and for the law enforcement officer injured while apprehending the suspect.". The trooper shot in the arrest attempt was at a hospital and stable. He said he believed a handgun was used in the shooting. Another victim, Amelia Rodriguez, who's been with the company for 10 years, said she and others began praying. Larry Winston Bollin is facing a murder charge following a shooting in Bryan, Texas, Thursday, April 9, 2021. With more than 86,000 residents, it is the seat of Brazos County. The suspect was eventually taken into custody at approximately 4:20 p.m. by the Texas Highway Patrol, Cummings said. 0:58. February 28, 2023. BREAKING: There has been a mass shooting at a business in Bryan in the 300 block of Stone City Drive.