Coverage dated October 16, 2026

Texas Luby’s Cafeteria Mass Shooting: 35 Years Later

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KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) – Oct. 16, 2026 marks the 35-year anniversary of the mass shooting at a Luby’s Cafeteria in Killeen, Texas. George Hennard, of Belton, drove his truck into the glass windows of the restaurant on Oct. 16, 1991. He exited his vehicle and began firing upon patrons.

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  1. FOX 44 Burlington

    Luby’s Cafeteria Mass Shooting: 35 Years Later (opens FOX 44 Burlington)

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    KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) – October 16, 2026 marks the 35-year anniversary of the mass shooting at Luby’s Cafeteria in Killeen. George Hennard, of Belton, drove his truck into the glass windows of the restaurant on October 16, 1991. He exited his vehicle and began firing upon patrons.

  2. Valley Central

    Texas Luby’s Cafeteria Mass Shooting: 35 Years Later (opens Valley Central)

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    KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) – Oct. 16, 2026 marks the 35-year anniversary of the mass shooting at a Luby’s Cafeteria in Killeen, Texas. George Hennard, of Belton, drove his truck into the glass windows of the restaurant on Oct. 16, 1991. He exited his vehicle and began firing upon patrons.

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