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MURDERED: Elizabeth Barraza

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MURDERED: Elizabeth Barraza

Elizabeth Barraza was 29 when she was gunned down in her driveway in Tomball, Texas, while setting up for a garage sale. The murder was so calculated and shocking, police were certain they’d catch her killer within hours. But years later, the case is still unsolved. And her family’s hoping that someone can help bring them the justice they’ve been desperately seeking.

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Timeline.

January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
6:08am

Liz goes to Starbucks. When she returns, she begins setting up for the garage sale.

 

6:48am

Sergio leaves to go to work.

 

6:52am

Liz is approached by someone who then shoots her point-blank in front of her home. The shooter flees the scene.

 

7:19am

The garage door alarm is triggered, causing Sergio and Liz’s parents to get notified.

 

7:21am

Liz is transported to the hospital.

 

January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019

Liz is pronounced dead at the hospital. Her organs are donated.

February 6, 2019
February 6, 2019

Crime Stoppers of Houston host a press conference and announce a $20,000 reward for information.

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The Barraza Home

Please contact the authorities if you have any information about this following case:

Houston Crime Stoppers

If you know anything about the murder of Elizabeth Barraza, please call Houston Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS. There’s a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect. The money can be collected anonymously.

Harris County Sheriff's Office

You can also contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office at 713-274-9100.

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