Alyson Suzanne Muniz was 24 when she was fatally shot on May 22, 2018, in northwest Bakersfield. She was found dead in a friend’s home on Abbott Drive, where she had been staying after some personal difficulties. Alyson was described as cheerful and affectionate and was devoted to her four young children.

The shooting occurred during an argument with her former boyfriend, Carlos Garcia Jr., who fled the scene and later engaged in a standoff with police before his apprehension five days afterward. Prosecutors said Garcia had a history of physical and verbal abuse and that witnesses testified he was a daily methamphetamine user who had been using that day. Garcia was charged with first-degree murder and other felonies; a jury rejected his claim the shooting was accidental and convicted him of first-degree murder.

Alyson’s family, including her sister Hannah, spoke about the profound loss they continue to feel. If anyone knew Alyson, her routine, or the circumstances around that day, please share what might help the record.