Elizabeth Gonzalez, 28, was found dead from an apparent gunshot wound inside a home in the 4100 block of Christie Street in Corpus Christi around 12:45 a.m. on July 27, 2026. Officers who responded to the shooting detained 65-year-old Alberto Valdez at the scene; investigators say the two were acquainted, though the exact nature of their relationship has not been disclosed.

Court records say Valdez allegedly told a neighbor hours before the shooting that if they heard gunshots later, they would know it was him. After an interview with detectives, he was arrested and booked into the City Detention Center and charged with Gonzalez’s murder. Robbery-Homicide detectives are continuing to gather evidence to determine the precise circumstances and any motive.

If anyone knew Elizabeth, had contact with her that night, or has information about activities on Christie Street that morning, please share what you know with investigators.