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ELIZABETH BARRAZA: Murdered setting up for garage sale in Houston, TX, caught on surveillance - Jan 2019 (9 Viewers)

Woman gunned down in her driveway in 'monstrous' attack caught on video: 'We need justice for Liz'

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After a young woman was gunned down in her own driveway in a crime caught on surveillance video, Houston authorities are pleading for help to get her "callous killer off our streets."

Elizabeth Barraza was setting up a garage sale when she was attacked on Friday, Jan. 25, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said at a Wednesday news conference.

At about 6:55 a.m., the killer drove up to her home, walked up the driveway and engaged Barraza in conversation before pointing a pistol at her and shooting her multiple times, the sheriff said.

Barraza was hospitalized and died the next day, the sheriff said.

Barraza's killer -- a "coward" -- drove up just after Barraza's husband left for work, her father, Bob Nuelle, said at Wednesday's news conference.



"We are almost certain" that the suspect's car is a black, four-door Nissan Frontier truck, Ritchie said, adding, "these trucks are not very common."

Authorities have received several tips, Ritchie said.

A reward up to $20,000 has been offered for any information.

 

New video shows raw moments shortly after Tomball woman killed in her driveway nearly 5 years ago​

New video shows the emotional moments after Elizabeth "Liz" Barraza was gunned down in her Tomball-area driveway as she was setting up for a garage sale nearly five years ago.

The new video was recently posted on a YouTube channel created in mid-November and is not affiliated with law enforcement. It comes from the in-car cameras of a Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office patrol unit. ABC13 has verified its authenticity.

"It tears me apart to see that. It's hard to watch myself go through that and remember all of that," Sergio told ABC13 Thursday about the video. "It's really tough re-living all of that. I hate that we haven't had this solved yet."


This appears to be the video.

I can't hear much.
 

New video shows raw moments shortly after Tomball woman killed in her driveway nearly 5 years ago​

New video shows the emotional moments after Elizabeth "Liz" Barraza was gunned down in her Tomball-area driveway as she was setting up for a garage sale nearly five years ago.

The new video was recently posted on a YouTube channel created in mid-November and is not affiliated with law enforcement. It comes from the in-car cameras of a Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office patrol unit. ABC13 has verified its authenticity.

"It tears me apart to see that. It's hard to watch myself go through that and remember all of that," Sergio told ABC13 Thursday about the video. "It's really tough re-living all of that. I hate that we haven't had this solved yet."


This appears to be the video.

I am only 15 minutes in, getting close to half. Hard to hear a lot, some is clearer and easy to hear but a bit hard t listen to and watch so taking a break and tired. The bacground noise even while straining to catch words and figure who is who, etc. So 15 minutes in if I have it right her parents nor her husband have been told she is dead or she isn't yet from what i can gather at least, they haven't been told that or she isn't yet. Why is the husband so convinced someone shot her for $100 of cash. Was their cash box taken?? I don't remember that. I hear an officer asking him to describe it, etc. but not clear if they found it or it was taken.

And he apparently had already seen the video. Was this from cops showing him or could he see it at work or some such? I can see my cameras is what I mean from my phone at any time.

I wonder why this was released now...

Also could pick up on him talking about some Star Wars or some such local charity where there were some disagreements. He mentions that but then thinks it unlikely. Then later he figures it is the cash.

Been a long time since looking a this one but there was never anything about the cash box taken was there? Or did cops just not share that and maybe it was? I remember talk of collecibles they had that people may have wanted more so. But I don't recall anything missing. Didn't the person just shoot her and then run off? I may be foggy in what I remember but I could swear there was nothing taken no?
 

Was Liz Barraza killed in murder-for-hire plot? Her father tells ABC13 he believes she was​

Five years after a Tomball-area woman was gunned down in her own driveway, her father is talking about who he thinks the killer is.

Elizabeth "Liz" Barraza was shot four times as she was setting up for a garage sale on Jan. 25, 2019, at her home in the 8600 block of Cedar Walk Drive.


"That was the worst day in my life, by far. Nothing will ever come close, I pray," Liz's father, Bob Nuelle Jr., said in an interview with ABC13's Jessica Willey.

Harris County Sheriff's Office detectives believe the shooting was planned. The shooter was in disguise and used a revolver, which does not discard shell casings.

Nothing was stolen from the Barraza's driveway or home.

The best leads have been videos from several neighborhood cameras that show the suspect's vehicle, a dark-colored Nissan Frontier. It was caught on the Barrazas' doorbell camera before and after the shooting.

So far, nothing has led to an arrest.

"No, it's not a random thing," Nuelle said. "The person who shot her, we believe, was paid to shoot her. That makes the case ever so much difficult to deal with because we have maybe two parties, and we don't currently have the names or addresses of either of them. There's no such thing as a perfect murder."

But why was Liz killed?

She was a member of the Star Wars charity group, the 501st Legion. Her father said she had no known enemies and lived to serve others.

In December, ABC13 reported on a newly released police dashcam video that showed the raw moments after the shooting. Liz's parents arrived first. Sergio, her husband, followed. They are all distraught.

"And that was brutal. The only thing in my mind that was worse was walking into the hospital room because there was no denying it when we did that," Nuelle said.

The FBI and Texas Rangers have joined the investigation, HCSO said. No one has been ruled out as a suspect.

Liz's parents continue to update a website, WhoKilledLizBarraza, dedicated to the case.

They are committed to preserving her legacy and reminding the public about the $50,000 Crime Stoppers reward that could be a tipster's with the right information.

"Someone somewhere knows what happened," Nuelle said.

"Do you think it will be solved?" Willey asked.

"Yes," he replied.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app.

A news conference is scheduled with family members and investigators at Crime Stoppers on Thursday.
 

Was Liz Barraza killed in murder-for-hire plot? Her father tells ABC13 he believes she was​

Five years after a Tomball-area woman was gunned down in her own driveway, her father is talking about who he thinks the killer is.

Elizabeth "Liz" Barraza was shot four times as she was setting up for a garage sale on Jan. 25, 2019, at her home in the 8600 block of Cedar Walk Drive.


"That was the worst day in my life, by far. Nothing will ever come close, I pray," Liz's father, Bob Nuelle Jr., said in an interview with ABC13's Jessica Willey.

Harris County Sheriff's Office detectives believe the shooting was planned. The shooter was in disguise and used a revolver, which does not discard shell casings.

Nothing was stolen from the Barraza's driveway or home.

The best leads have been videos from several neighborhood cameras that show the suspect's vehicle, a dark-colored Nissan Frontier. It was caught on the Barrazas' doorbell camera before and after the shooting.

So far, nothing has led to an arrest.

"No, it's not a random thing," Nuelle said. "The person who shot her, we believe, was paid to shoot her. That makes the case ever so much difficult to deal with because we have maybe two parties, and we don't currently have the names or addresses of either of them. There's no such thing as a perfect murder."

But why was Liz killed?

She was a member of the Star Wars charity group, the 501st Legion. Her father said she had no known enemies and lived to serve others.

In December, ABC13 reported on a newly released police dashcam video that showed the raw moments after the shooting. Liz's parents arrived first. Sergio, her husband, followed. They are all distraught.

"And that was brutal. The only thing in my mind that was worse was walking into the hospital room because there was no denying it when we did that," Nuelle said.

The FBI and Texas Rangers have joined the investigation, HCSO said. No one has been ruled out as a suspect.

Liz's parents continue to update a website, WhoKilledLizBarraza, dedicated to the case.

They are committed to preserving her legacy and reminding the public about the $50,000 Crime Stoppers reward that could be a tipster's with the right information.

"Someone somewhere knows what happened," Nuelle said.

"Do you think it will be solved?" Willey asked.

"Yes," he replied.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app.

A news conference is scheduled with family members and investigators at Crime Stoppers on Thursday.
I see no real serious outside motives here for someone to hire a hitman to kill her, none. Generally the answer lies close to home and that's where I lean in this one. Always have. Not enough info is available to us to know but there are things that bother me and have throughout.
 

Tomball woman to be honored in memorial 6 years after her unsolved murder​

Saturday marks six years since a Tomball woman was murdered while setting up for a garage sale. Her murder remains unsolved to this day.


Liz's parents continue to update a website dedicated to the case, WhoKilledLizBarraza.

A dedication will take place next week in Barraza's honor. The "We Remember Memorial Bench" will be dedicated in her honor at Burroughs Park on Hufsmith Road in Tomball on Jan. 30 at 10 a.m.

 
I'd sure like to know what LE know in this case or what they think. IF ANYTHING AT ALL.

I can't believe almost that they don't know who did this or have a very viable working theory/likelihood. I don't think it was random and if it was a stranger that person is connected to someone she knew and cared about imo.
 

Elizabeth 'Liz' Barraza murder: Search for Tomball woman's killer 6 years later​

Six years after her death, the family of Liz Barraza is speaking out about her death and their hopes for justice.

Loved ones say they will never stay silent until she receives justice.

"Grief comes in waves. Sometimes it’s little waves that come at your feet, and sometimes it’s a tsunami," said Bob Nuelle, Liz's father.

Bob and Rosemary Nuelle continue to live their worst nightmare, six years after their daughter Liz was gunned down in her driveway.

"Anything and everything will kind of jump out at you, and you will feel that pain," said Rosemary Nuelle.


What they're saying:

Over the last six years, Sergio says he too feels pain like her parents, missing her daily and seeking justice. All the while, he says he fights to maintain his innocence.

"I've always kept Liz in my heart, and I always will. But I've kept going in my life. Trying to think of somebody who did this to her that might be close to me, that I might be friends with, that I might live with. I have no idea," Sergio said. "I've not been okay with it, but just there's nothing I can do about it. So I've just continued to show that I'm an open book to the police, that I'm here to, to do whatever I can to solve this."


Andy Kahan, Crime Stoppers director of victim services, says this case will remain open as long as they keep getting tips.

"Grief is intensified when justice is lacking and, sadly, right now justice is lacking for Liz and her family," Kahan said.

Kahan said over the last six years law enforcement has put in time, effort and resources to bring Liz's case to justice.

"They want nothing more than to get this case solved. They've done everything possible with technology, with Google search maps, with the phones being checked on, with cameras being checked on, with plates being checked on. Obviously, the truck that was involved, we don't know if it was a male or female that came up to Liz and blank shot her four times," Kahan said.

What you can do:

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $50,000 for information leading to the charging and/or arrest of the suspect in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls directly to Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.
 
Maybe I am being nitpicky but the Crime SToppers director of victim services says the case will remain open as long as they keep getting tips. First of all unsolved cases should NEVER be closed. Second of all that does not sound like LE saying that, but Crime Stoppers. WHERE IS LE WITH ANY remarks or updates, there sure aren't any remarks from them in that post?
 

6 years later, investigators continue to pursue leads in Tomball woman’s killing​

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that detectives are still actively investigating the 2019 murder of Liz Barraza, who was shot outside her home while setting up for a garage sale.

A memorial bench has been placed in Burroughs Park in Tomball to honor Barraza’s life. Though nearly five years have passed, her case remains unsolved, with no suspects identified and no arrests made.

KPRC 2’s Corley Peel spoke with Sgt. Richie from HCSO’s Homicide Division, who has been working the case since the beginning. He said investigators continue to pursue new leads.

“One thing I can say that we’re looking at is who else—who else would benefit?” said Sgt. Richie. “We all know we’ve investigated Sergio, the husband, and again, he’s been nothing but compliant. We have found nothing that would say he was involved.”

Authorities have also examined financial motives, including a life insurance policy that remains unpaid.

“If it’s not her husband, we all know there was life insurance involved, which is still not being paid. Sergio has not asked for that,” Richie explained. “So, what I’m trying to look at is who else maybe would have benefited from her death. And that’s another avenue I’m trying to explore.”

Detectives have also utilized investigative tools such as geofencing technology to gather information, and Sgt. Richie indicated that additional subpoenas are being pursued.

“There have been other things, like the geofence we did years ago and some other things that I’ve done that I’ve kind of talked about,” he said. “If this leads to a suspect and then an eventual charge, of course, I’ll definitely be able to divulge more about the different organizations and different things I’m looking at subpoenaing from.”

Barraza’s family continues to seek justice, urging anyone with information to come forward. The case remains open, and authorities ask anyone with tips to contact Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

 
Hmmm.

Life insurance not being paid out to me can bring the opposite thought. Why aren't you asking for it, figure it will look bad? If legit,t hen why not...

I am not saying he did it but a spouse profits in many ways and not asking for the life insurance is perhaps smart or his way of looking as if he did not do this as he was desperate for money, etc... Spouses profit generally just from the other one gone. They now own everything they had and no longer have to deal with the spouse either...

Seriously if he is innocent and is the beneficiary why has he not applied for the life insurance...?

Why not take it and do something in her honor or hire a PI or put up a reward...?

I don't know...

I have my opinion in this one but don't voice it much as there isn't enough reason for it imo... I try not to when that is the case but he is my leaning for a few reasons...

I hope and pray her family gets justice one day. And her.
 

Houston Crime Stoppers determined to help Texas family get justice for the 2019 shooting of Liz Barraza; up to $50,000 reward offered​

If you go to WhoKilledLizBarraza.com, you’ll see a big tracker at the top of the page: 2,396 days waiting for justice.

That’s how long it’s been since 29-year-old Elizabeth “Liz” Barraza was gunned down in her driveway. On the morning of Friday, January 25, 2019, she was setting up a garage sale in the driveway of her home in the 8600 block of Cedar Walk in Tomball, Texas.

Around 6:45 a.m., Liz’s husband, Sergio, left for work. Just minutes later, while en route to work, Sergio got word that something horrible had happened to his wife.

Three neighbors called 911 to report what they had seen and heard.

By 6:58 a.m., officials arrived on the scene. When EMS arrived, they called for Memorial Hermann Life Flight, a critical care air medical transport organization in Houston. At 1:40 p.m., after hours in the E.R. and the Shock Trauma ICU, Liz was officially pronounced dead. She had been shot four times. An organ donor, Liz saved four lives that day and provided another person with the gift of sight.


On the 5-year anniversary of the shooting, Sergeant Michael Ritchie of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office gave NBC’s Houston affiliate KRPC an update on the investigation. “I was the original lead investigator on this, so I do remember getting the call that morning and heading out to the scene,” he said. “When I was watching the surveillance video that was provided by the neighbors, I really felt like we could actually have this solved that day. But that has definitely not been the case.”

He noted that the investigation has been a collaborative effort with the Texas Rangers and the FBI.

“We definitely thought that it wasn’t random,” Ritchie told KRPC. “Through interviews, talking with family, talking with friends, the -- the timeline of what transpired that day, and just the -- the -- the actions and the behavior of the shooter, I don’t feel it was random. But is it possible? Yes.”

The sergeant also confirmed that Sergio Barraza has been cooperative with authorities over the years. “The husband has been totally cooperative with us and myself throughout the entire investigation,” he said.

No one has been arrested or charged in connection with the shooting.

Dateline recently spoke with Houston Crime Stoppers Director of Victim Services and Advocacy, Andy Kahan, about the case. “The only thing that I’ve been able to describe what happened to Liz Barraza — it’s kind of like if you saw an episode of The Sopranos,” he said. “Six-plus years later, the fact that we’re still trying to find the person responsible for a murder is troubling. It’s disturbing. We all thought this case was gonna be solved before I could snap my fingers.”

But, as it would turn out, it is taking a lot longer than that. “You know, obviously, the suspect was in disguise — went to great lengths to try to cover up their appearance. And the fact that it wasn’t even a robbery was just, you know, even more –. I mean, this was a direct hit,” Kahan said.

The other thing that stands out to Kahan is the timing. “It was like five minutes after [Sergio] left. So this was well-planned, well-orchestrated,” Kahan said. “You know, there wasn’t, like, advance notice of the garage sale, so somebody inside had to know what was happening and what specific time. And they had to know specifically when Sergio was leaving the house, as well.”

Kahan told Dateline that over the past few years, Houston Crime Stoppers has been dedicated to getting the word out about the case. “There’s certain cases that stick out to you,” he said. “This is one of them — that sticks out to Crime Stoppers.”

According to Kahan, Houston Crime Stoppers is more than a tip line. “We’ve done everything humanly possible to get this case out there,” he said. “The public is our best eyes and ears out there. They’re the ones who basically know what happened. They know what happened to this particular victim. They know who the offenders are, so I like to reach out to them and say, ‘You know what? You’re our eyes and ears out there,’” Kahan explained. “I like to tell the public that, ‘Look, grief is intensified when justice is lacking, and sadly, justice is lacking for so many families. Help us get justice for these families.’”


“We actually now have an — up to a $50,000 reward for any information leading up to the arrest of the suspect and/or suspects responsible,” he said. “I’m giving you 50,000 good reasons to reach out to Crime Stoppers. And the beauty of Crime Stoppers is if you reach out to us, you are anonymous.”

“I’ve made a vow to Bob and Rosemary,” Kahan told Dateline. “You know, I’m — I’m never gonna leave what I’m doing until this case is solved.”

If you have information about the case, you can call 713-222-TIPS to contact Houston Crime Stoppers, or you can submit a tip online.
 

Father's dying wish renews urgency in unsolved 2019 Liz Barraza murder​

Seven years after Elizabeth "Liz' Barraza was gunned down in her driveway, her father says time is of the essence to find her killer.

The 29-year-old was shot and killed on the morning of Jan. 25, 2019, outside her home on Cedar Walk Drive near Tomball. She was setting up for a garage sale.

Her parents, Rosemary and Robert "Bob" Nuelle, have spent years pleading for information in a case that continues to frustrate investigators.

As the anniversary approaches, that plea has taken on new urgency.

"I could be around for a couple of years, or it could be a couple of months," Bob said. "It's in God's hands."

Bob Nuelle was diagnosed last year with stage four esophageal cancer that has spread to his liver, lungs, lymph nodes, femur, and spine, he says. He has lost 150 pounds and relies on a feeding tube.

The difference in his appearance is stunning.

During an interview with ABC13, Bob wore the same T-shirt he wore at Liz's vigil seven years ago. Now, it swallows him.

Despite his declining health, the Nuelles say their determination to find justice for their daughter has only intensified.

"We want people to see the bar is raised," Bob said. "There is a sense of urgency. I have a sense of urgency."


"This case is still very active," Harris County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Michael Ritchie said. "We do have evidence left at the scene. Technology is getting better, and I believe soon we'll be able to do something with it."

Ritchie says someone knows something. There is a $50,000 Crime Stoppers reward for information leading to an arrest.

For Bob Nuelle, his wish is simple.

"If you ever needed to pull on your heartstrings. A 67-year-old man dying and not knowing who shot his daughter," he said. "I'm hoping this makes it hard to keep that silence."

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477) or by submitting a tip online. Tips can be made anonymously.
 

Father's dying wish renews urgency in unsolved 2019 Liz Barraza murder​

Seven years after Elizabeth "Liz' Barraza was gunned down in her driveway, her father says time is of the essence to find her killer.

The 29-year-old was shot and killed on the morning of Jan. 25, 2019, outside her home on Cedar Walk Drive near Tomball. She was setting up for a garage sale.

Her parents, Rosemary and Robert "Bob" Nuelle, have spent years pleading for information in a case that continues to frustrate investigators.

As the anniversary approaches, that plea has taken on new urgency.

"I could be around for a couple of years, or it could be a couple of months," Bob said. "It's in God's hands."

Bob Nuelle was diagnosed last year with stage four esophageal cancer that has spread to his liver, lungs, lymph nodes, femur, and spine, he says. He has lost 150 pounds and relies on a feeding tube.

The difference in his appearance is stunning.

During an interview with ABC13, Bob wore the same T-shirt he wore at Liz's vigil seven years ago. Now, it swallows him.

Despite his declining health, the Nuelles say their determination to find justice for their daughter has only intensified.

"We want people to see the bar is raised," Bob said. "There is a sense of urgency. I have a sense of urgency."


"This case is still very active," Harris County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Michael Ritchie said. "We do have evidence left at the scene. Technology is getting better, and I believe soon we'll be able to do something with it."

Ritchie says someone knows something. There is a $50,000 Crime Stoppers reward for information leading to an arrest.

For Bob Nuelle, his wish is simple.

"If you ever needed to pull on your heartstrings. A 67-year-old man dying and not knowing who shot his daughter," he said. "I'm hoping this makes it hard to keep that silence."

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477) or by submitting a tip online. Tips can be made anonymously.
I so feel for her parents. To me, it sounds like he doesn't have much time, I don't think he'll go two years with what is said here. Not even one.

They say evidence was left at the scene? What evidence other than maybe casings or bullets. I can't recall, was she shot more than once? If anyone recalls and of course they have video that has never led to anything...I guess they could have DNA on a casing... They are doing minute amounts these days, why can't they test it then?
 
I so feel for her parents. To me, it sounds like he doesn't have much time, I don't think he'll go two years with what is said here. Not even one.

They say evidence was left at the scene? What evidence other than maybe casings or bullets. I can't recall, was she shot more than once? If anyone recalls and of course they have video that has never led to anything...I guess they could have DNA on a casing... They are doing minute amounts these days, why can't they test it then?
I think they said the gun was a revolver and not the type to leave shells. So they only have the bullets. See post #45.
 
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I think the detective should consult with the audio enhancement expert used by the prosecution in the case against Charles Adelson.
The prosecutor said they'd consulted several such experts before they somehow came by him, although she did say that there'd been advancements in tech since their last consult, she was very impressed with what he was able to achieve.
 
I think the detective should consult with the audio enhancement expert used by the prosecution in the case against Charles Adelson.
The prosecutor said they'd consulted several such experts before they somehow came by him, although she did say that there'd been advancements in tech since their last consult, she was very impressed with what he was able to achieve.
That's not a bad idea if the killer said anything to her. The voice would still have to be ID'd though.
 

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