Memorial Bench Dedicated to Liz Barraza at Burroughs Park as Community Seeks Justice
A new memorial bench at Burroughs Park now serves as a solemn tribute to Elizabeth "Liz" Barraza, a Tomball woman who was murdered in her driveway in 2019. The dedication marks the first installation of the We Remember Memorial Project, a collaboration between Crime Stoppers of Houston and Harris County Precinct 3. The initiative aims to honor victims of violent crime while keeping attention on unsolved cases.
Liz Barraza’s life was cut short on the morning of January 25, 2019, as she prepared for a garage sale to raise money for an anniversary trip. Surveillance footage captured the moment she was fatally shot, but despite years of investigation, no arrests have been made. A $50,000 reward remains available for information leading to an arrest.
The late Elizabeth "Liz" Barraza, who was tragically murdered in front of her home in January 2019. (Source: HCP3)“This is a place of peace and beauty in a park that we frequented when Liz was alive,” said her father, Bob Nuelle. “It gives her friends and family a special place where we can go when we need to feel her presence.”
The We Remember Memorial Project will place similar memorials in select parks throughout Precinct 3, each dedicated to a homicide victim whose case remains unresolved. The goal is not only to provide a place of remembrance for grieving families but also to keep the victims’ stories in the public eye, in hopes that new information will emerge.
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Crime Stoppers of Houston CEO Rania Mankarious emphasized the importance of community involvement in bringing justice to families like Liz’s.
“The We Remember Memorial Project is a meaningful and lasting tribute to honor victims like Liz Nuelle Barraza, ensuring their lives are never forgotten,” Mankarious said. “Every tree and bench placed in their memory stands as a symbol of love, loss, and the unwavering pursuit of justice. We urge anyone with information about Liz’s case to come forward—because every victim deserves justice, and every family deserves answers.”
Authorities continue to seek leads in Liz Barraza’s case, urging anyone with information—no matter how small—to speak up. Those with knowledge of the case are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS (8477).
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
