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Astrophysicist Killed: Suspect Charged After Violent Rampage

2/27/2026

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Freddy Snyder, 29, is charged with the fatal shooting of Carl Grillmair, a 67-year-old astrophysicist, on February 16 in Llano, California.
Snyder has a history of troubling behavior, including a trespass on Grillmair's property and an arrest for carrying an unregistered rifle.
After the shooting, Snyder threatened his mother and carjacked her vehicle.
He was released on recognizance after charges were dropped in February.
Arraignment is scheduled for March 26.

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Story summary

Freddy Snyder, 29, is charged with the fatal shooting of Carl Grillmair, a 67-year-old astrophysicist, on February 16 in Llano, California.
Snyder has a history of troubling behavior, including a trespass on Grillmair's property and an arrest for carrying an unregistered rifle.
After the shooting, Snyder threatened his mother and carjacked her vehicle.
He was released on recognizance after charges were dropped in February.
Arraignment is scheduled for March 26.