Houston Police Urged to Reopen Liz Barraza Case as Father's Health Fails
Seven years after Elizabeth "Liz" Barraza was brutally gunned down outside her home, her father, Bob Nuelle, is now fighting for his life with stage four esophageal cancer that has spread to multiple organs. As his health rapidly deteriorates, the 67-year-old has become increasingly desperate for justice for his daughter.
Nuelle's wish is simple: he wants someone to come forward and reveal who shot his beloved Liz, leaving her family with a lifetime of unanswered questions. The murder on January 25, 2019, remains one of the city's most frustrating unsolved cases, with investigators initially believing it was a carefully planned attack.
Despite the passage of time, Nuelle says that his determination to find out who killed his daughter has only intensified. "There is a sense of urgency," he said, his voice trembling with emotion. "I have a sense of urgency."
The Harris County Sheriff's Office has been re-examining evidence in the case and believes that advances in technology will soon help crack it. With a $50,000 Crime Stoppers reward on offer for information leading to an arrest, authorities are urging anyone with knowledge to come forward.
Nuelle's own health is alarming, having lost 150 pounds due to his illness. His once-slim frame now struggles to fit into even the smallest clothes, including the same T-shirt he wore seven years ago at Liz's vigil.
The case has left a community shaken, with many still unaware of the devastating events that unfolded just outside their doorsteps. The Nuelle family's plight serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of these crimes and the urgent need for justice to be served.
With time running out, Bob Nuelle is counting on his words being heard by someone who can bring closure to his family. "If you ever needed to pull on your heartstrings," he said, his voice cracking with emotion, "a 67-year-old man dying and not knowing who shot his daughter."
Seven years after Elizabeth "Liz" Barraza was brutally gunned down outside her home, her father, Bob Nuelle, is now fighting for his life with stage four esophageal cancer that has spread to multiple organs. As his health rapidly deteriorates, the 67-year-old has become increasingly desperate for justice for his daughter.
Nuelle's wish is simple: he wants someone to come forward and reveal who shot his beloved Liz, leaving her family with a lifetime of unanswered questions. The murder on January 25, 2019, remains one of the city's most frustrating unsolved cases, with investigators initially believing it was a carefully planned attack.
Despite the passage of time, Nuelle says that his determination to find out who killed his daughter has only intensified. "There is a sense of urgency," he said, his voice trembling with emotion. "I have a sense of urgency."
The Harris County Sheriff's Office has been re-examining evidence in the case and believes that advances in technology will soon help crack it. With a $50,000 Crime Stoppers reward on offer for information leading to an arrest, authorities are urging anyone with knowledge to come forward.
Nuelle's own health is alarming, having lost 150 pounds due to his illness. His once-slim frame now struggles to fit into even the smallest clothes, including the same T-shirt he wore seven years ago at Liz's vigil.
The case has left a community shaken, with many still unaware of the devastating events that unfolded just outside their doorsteps. The Nuelle family's plight serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of these crimes and the urgent need for justice to be served.
With time running out, Bob Nuelle is counting on his words being heard by someone who can bring closure to his family. "If you ever needed to pull on your heartstrings," he said, his voice cracking with emotion, "a 67-year-old man dying and not knowing who shot his daughter."
This is getting really scary 
. I mean, 7 years is a long time, but if someone's health is deteriorating that much it feels like we're running out of time 
. The fact that they're re-examining the evidence and offering a $50k reward should definitely bring some info to the table 
. Nuelle's story is just heartbreaking 
... 150 pounds down, what's next? He's basically a shadow of his former self 
. Can't imagine how hard it must be for him and Liz's family to keep living with this uncertainty 
. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that someone comes forward soon 
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. but i guess that's just how crime cases go sometimes 
. it's just gotta be hard on liz's family, not knowing who did this to her 
. The thought of her family never getting closure, never knowing who did this to Liz... it's just not fair 
. Can't help but feel like we're witnessing a tragedy unfolding before our eyes in Houston right now 
its like justice is losin out. crime stoppers $50k reward tho thats a good start, but we need actual leads 
i hope some1 comes forward soon so nuelle can finally get closure 
How much have they actually done so far? What's the source on this $50k reward? Is it just a generic Crime Stoppers thing or is there some specific evidence pointing to someone? Need more info before I get all invested in this case 
for Liz's family, especially her dad who's fighting for his life. I'm sure Bob Nuelle's determination is contagious - if we all believe in justice happening, maybe it will! 
is just heartbreaking 
they deserve to know the truth & bring closure to Liz's family 
and the fact that we're offering a $50k Crime Stoppers reward to info leads doesn't seem like enough incentive 
especially when you think about how much emotional trauma her family has endured 
Nuelle's determination is admirable but the clock is ticking, we need someone to come forward ASAP! 
, can u believe the reward for info is only $50k 
50k reward isn't gonna help much if ppl r scared to come forward 
nuelle's story is just so heartbreaking, i wish someone would hear him and give his family some peace of mind 
. Can we please just get some answers for Bob Nuelle before he's gone?!
. the community is still shaken by what happened & it's a stark reminder that these crimes have real-life consequences 
it's not just about solving the murder, it's about bringing peace of mind to a family that's been through so much trauma. The $50k Crime Stoppers reward is a good starting point, but I think what would really make a difference is if someone comes forward and shares their knowledge 
in like a month... anyway, this case is really sad. You know what's crazy? How some restaurants have those automated picnickers that try to feed you but they're always so awkward 
. Like, can't they just chill? But seriously, I feel bad for the Nuelle family. 150 pounds gone in like a year? That's wild 