Katrina Marie Avitia, 36, of Loving, New Mexico, died on August 16, 2018, after being shot in Midland, Texas. Police found her in the 2900 block of Mariana following reports of shots fired; she was taken to Midland Memorial Hospital and later died of her injuries. Born January 19, 1982, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Katrina was remembered by family as a creative person devoted to her sons and to crafting, make-up, and holiday projects for the boys.

Investigators identified the shooter as Katrina’s ex-boyfriend, Oscar Gurrola. Midland police located Gurrola just outside the city limits and attempted to arrest him on a murder warrant; he reportedly brandished a weapon and officers fired, killing him at the scene. The Texas Rangers took over the criminal investigation, and the Midland Police Department opened a concurrent internal review; MPD personnel who fired were placed on administrative leave.

If anyone knew Katrina or saw activity in the area on August 16, 2018, please share information that could help her family and the ongoing inquiries.