Anthony Landry, 59, from Houston, Texas, was convicted of murder in just 20 minutes by a jury and sentenced to life in prison on Thursday for fatally shooting attorney Jeffrey Limmer, 46, at a McDonald’s on May 4, 2024. The killing stemmed from a dispute over a missing patty in Landry’s Filet-O-Fish sandwich, escalating when Limmer intervened.
Incident Breakdown
- Trigger: Around 6 p.m. at the Katy Freeway McDonald’s, Landry demanded a $1.41 refund and yelled at staff amid a crowd of customers and employees.
- Intervention: Limmer, a Lewis Brisbois associate who lived nearby and frequented the spot, told Landry to leave and pushed him out, causing a fall.
- Shooting: Landry retrieved a gun from his car, re-entered, and fired nine shots at Limmer, who died at the scene despite aid attempts.
Victim’s Character and Aftermath
Limmer’s sister, Jennifer Thomas, described him as a peacemaker who “always says, ‘Calm down. It’s not that big of a deal'” and fought for the “little guy.” He cherished family, friends, laughter, and life.
Landry surrendered a week later after a murder warrant. Court records note he was on bond from a February aggravated assault arrest for allegedly striking a family member with a cane.
Broader Context
This road-rage-like fast-food murder joins a string of U.S. incidents over minor service gripes, underscoring risks of everyday confrontations. Limmer’s intervention highlights the dangers of stepping in.
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