Dive into the haunting case of Liz Barraza, a beloved figure gunned down in her driveway just before dawn. With shocking surveillance footage revealing a mysterious vehicle, questions arise: Who could commit such a heinous act in plain sight? Explore the emotional journey of Liz's family as they seek justice and uncover a community rallying around their tragedy. Eyewitness accounts and theories about the killer add layers of intrigue, leaving listeners with a chilling reminder of the urgency in solving this baffling crime.
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Liz and Sergio's Star Wars Fandom
Liz Barraza and her husband Sergio were active in the Star Wars community and enjoyed cosplay.
They volunteered at hospitals, visiting sick children in costume.
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Garage Sale Timing
The garage sale was a last-minute decision, limiting those aware of it.
This is significant because Liz was killed while setting up, suggesting the killer knew about the sale.
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Killer's Efficiency
The killer's actions, from parking to shooting, were swift and purposeful, taking about 30 seconds.
The nonchalant approach and quick execution suggest a degree of familiarity or premeditation.
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This week we feature an unsolved case that left Houstonians baffled and in fear, and a police force hunting a killer. A young woman, Liz Barraza was shot and killed in her driveway just before 7AM on a Friday. The murder was captured on home security cameras. The vehicle that the murderer was driving to and from the scene was captured on several cameras. In fact, police found footage of the vehicle in the neighborhood from several hours prior to the murder. Why was the killer patrolling this quiet and safe neighborhood? Were they perhaps familiarizing themselves with the street, the victim's house, and planning when to strike? Liz Barraza was well liked and loved by so many. Who wanted her dead and so badly that they committed the murder where they could be seen by many? Her family is still holding out hope that they can get justice for Liz. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers by calling 1-713-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online or through the Crime Stoppers app.
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