SEAGOVILLE, TX – A quiet Seagoville neighborhood was jolted by gunfire Sunday, resulting in the death of a 19-year-old and the arrest of 51-year-old Larry Robertson, who now faces murder charges. The incident, captured on security footage, has left the community reeling.
The shooting took place in the heart of the neighborhood, where families and children were enjoying their weekend. A bullet entered a nearby home, narrowly missing a child, causing widespread fear. “We never thought something like this could happen here,” said resident Tanisha Ortega.
Footage from the scene shows Robertson in a black Kia near the young man in a red sweatshirt. An argument quickly escalated to gunfire, with the teenager fleeing before collapsing. Ortega rushed to his aid, trying to keep him conscious until emergency services arrived.
Robertson was apprehended after police traced his vehicle. He has been cooperative, claiming the young man threatened him with a gun. His family reported suspicious individuals near their home earlier that day, raising concerns about their safety.
The arrest affidavit indicates both men exchanged gunfire, though it’s unclear who shot first. While both appeared armed, no weapon was found on the deceased teenager, leaving unanswered questions.
Ortega, who witnessed the tragedy, expressed her shock and unease. The teenager’s family, living in the same area, has chosen to grieve privately, declining interviews.
As the neighborhood grapples with the incident, authorities stress the importance of non-violent conflict resolution and continue their investigation to uncover the full story behind the shooting.