Leslie Larrison, a 54-year-old man from Hankamer, Texas, tragically lost his life on February 2, 2014, due to a fatal road rage incident. The incident occurred when Larrison was driving with his 10-year-old grandson on Texas Highway 61. Larry Dewayne Brinkley, 56, allegedly cut off Larrison's vehicle, leading to a confrontation. Brinkley then retrieved a handgun from his car and shot Larrison point-blank in the jaw.
The young grandson witnessed the entire incident from their vehicle.
Following the shooting, Brinkley fled the scene but was quickly intercepted and arrested by Chambers County sheriff's deputies. The handgun used in the shooting was found covered in blood. Brinkley was held on $750,000 bail and later faced capital murder charges. The sheriff's department described the incident as a road rage incident that escalated into murder.
Larrison was well-respected in his community and owned a pipeline welding company, Cain's Welding Service, in the Baytown area. His family and friends were devastated by his sudden death. Larrison's wife, Kathy, expressed her disbelief and grief, describing him as a man who believed in God and was well-respected in the community. His daughter, Rachelle Riley, shared that he was a loving grandfather and a family's rock.
The case drew significant attention due to the senseless nature of the crime and the fact that it was witnessed by Larrison's young grandson. The Chambers County sheriff emphasized the importance of calling 911 in such situations to allow law enforcement to handle erratic drivers. Larrison's funeral services were held at Anahuac Methodist Church, where family and friends remembered him as a dependable friend and loving family member.
In summary, Leslie Larrison's death was a tragic result of a road rage incident that escalated into murder. The perpetrator, Larry Dewayne Brinkley, was arrested and faced serious legal consequences for his actions. Larrison's family continues to remember him for the positive impact he had on their lives and the community.
