Brihana Landrum, a 24-year-old woman from San Marcos, Texas, tragically lost her life on February 17, 2019. Brihana, who was of Hispanic descent, was shot in the head by her ex-boyfriend, Adrian Diaz, a 28-year-old man. The incident occurred in the Hills of Hays neighborhood, where Brihana and Diaz had been involved in an on-again, off-again relationship for several years.
On the day of the incident, Diaz shot Brihana in the head, and she was transported to the hospital by her family but unfortunately died on the way. Diaz fled the scene and was later found dead in Guadalupe County from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The investigation into Brihana's death revealed that she had been in a tumultuous relationship with Diaz, but there were no prior reports of domestic violence involving the couple. The San Marcos Police Department and the Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office worked together on the case, with San Marcos officials handling the homicide investigation and Guadalupe County pursuing the suicide investigation. The incident was the second homicide in San Marcos in 2019, highlighting the growing concerns of dating violence in the community.
Brihana was a dedicated member of her community and her church, Southwest Christian Church, where she was actively involved in the children's ministry. She was remembered by her family and friends as a compassionate and loving individual who had a bright future ahead of her. Brihana had recently graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences and a Master of Science degree in Family and Child Studies. She had plans to further her education and open a daycare for families in need.
The tragic loss of Brihana Landrum has left a lasting impact on her community, and her family continues to honor her memory by continuing the community service projects she was passionate about. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing dating violence and supporting those affected by it.
