Sofia Vera, 19, of Elgin, Texas, was found shot to death in Bastrop County on December 30, 2022. Initially thought to be a hit-and-run, investigators later determined her death was a murder. Sofia had been shot four times, including once in the head.

Authorities identified her boyfriend, Raul Anthony Caballero, 22, as the primary suspect. Police say Caballero crashed a vehicle during a high-speed chase that ended in Navasota, Texas, and sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound; he was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. Investigators allege Caballero shot Sofia, then stole her car and cell phone, and was found using her phone after her death. The Bastrop County Sheriff’s Office issued a murder warrant for Caballero and the investigation is ongoing.

Sofia’s family and friends remember her as a young woman with many plans for the future; a GoFundMe was set up to help cover funeral costs. If anyone has information about Sofia, her movements on December 30, 2022, or the events in Bastrop County that day, please come forward.