Larry Lawrence, a 61-year-old man from Houston, Texas, tragically lost his life on November 19, 2020. The incident occurred during a robbery at a convenience store in Houston's Fifth Ward. Larry Lawrence, described as a jolly and gentle giant, was shot in the back while trying to protect his girlfriend from the gunman. His girlfriend, Gloria Alexander, recounted the harrowing experience, stating that she had just dropped Lawrence off at the "A to Z" Food Mart on Jensen Drive when the gunman
approached and demanded money. Lawrence attempted to deter the gunman by running towards the store, but the assailant shot him in the back and then robbed him. The Houston Police Department released surveillance footage of the suspect, described as a Black man wearing a red hoodie and khaki pants, and urged anyone with information to come forward.
Following the incident, three suspects were identified and charged in connection with the shooting death of Larry Lawrence. The suspects were Michael Edward Mosely, 37, Khalil Divyon Bennett, 19, and Shandrika Rene Green, 28. Surveillance video from the scene showed one of the suspects running up to Lawrence and shooting him in the back before taking his money and fleeing the scene. Lawrence was taken to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The suspects faced charges of capital murder, with Mosely having a history of previous criminal charges, including a tampering with evidence charge in connection with an unrelated homicide in 2018. Bennett's bond was set at $250,000, while Green's bond had not been set as of the time of reporting. Mosely was given no bond related to the charges of killing Lawrence.
The tragic death of Larry Lawrence, a 61-year-old man, has left a lasting impact on his loved ones and the community. His girlfriend, Gloria Alexander, expressed her grief, stating that the killer had taken their dreams and that Lawrence did not deserve such a fate. The Houston Police Department continued to search for the suspects and urged anyone with information to contact the HPD Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers. The case remains a stark reminder of the senseless violence that can occur and the importance of community vigilance in bringing perpetrators to justice.
