SEAGOVILLE, TX – In a shocking turn of events, a Sunday morning shootout in Seagoville claimed the life of a 19-year-old and led to the arrest of 51-year-old Larry Robertson on murder charges. The confrontation, which rattled the peaceful neighborhood, was caught on a neighbor’s security camera.
The gunfire erupted amidst a flurry of activity as families and children enjoyed the weekend outdoors. A stray bullet even found its way into a nearby home, causing panic among residents. “It’s unsettling, to say the least,” shared Tanisha Ortega, whose daughter had a close call with the stray bullet.
Video footage reveals the tense moments leading up to the fatal encounter. Robertson was seen driving a black Kia near the young man dressed in a red sweatshirt. After a heated verbal exchange, shots were fired, sending the teenager running before he collapsed. Ortega attempted to administer aid, urging the young man to remain conscious.
Police swiftly located Robertson’s vehicle and arrested him. According to authorities, Robertson has been forthcoming with information. He alleged that the victim brandished a weapon at him near his home, prompting his defensive actions. His family reported suspicious activities by two individuals around their residence prior to the shooting.
The arrest affidavit notes that both parties exchanged gunfire, though it remains unclear who initiated the shooting. While both were seen with weapons, no gun was recovered from the teenager, leaving some details of the incident murky.
Ortega, who witnessed the tragic event, described it as an unsettling experience that has left her questioning her neighborhood’s safety. The victim’s family has refrained from making public statements but continues to mourn privately.
The community is now left to process the tragic loss and the reality of violence in their midst. Authorities continue to investigate, reminding the public that violence is never the answer and encouraging peaceful solutions to disputes.