Freddy Snyder has pleaded not guilty to murdering Caltech astrophysicist Carl Grillmair. The shooting occurred outside Grillmair's home in Llano on February 16, 2026.
- Snyder is also charged with carjacking and first-degree residential burglary. - He allegedly stole his mother's car after firing a shot into the ceiling.
- Snyder faces up to life in prison if convicted. The defendant remains in custody with bail set at $3 million.
His preliminary hearing is scheduled for June 5.