Henry Gutierrez, Jr., a 71-year-old Hispanic male from Schertz, Texas, was found shot to death in his home on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2015. Henry was a well-respected businessman and community member, known for his involvement in the solid waste industry and his passion for drag racing. His white 2013 Ford Explorer was stolen from his home shortly after his murder, and it was later found in March 2016 at a San Marcos apartment complex.
The Schertz Police Department has classified
Henry Gutierrez's murder as a cold case, marking the first time in the department's history that such a designation has been made. Despite extensive investigations, the case remains unsolved, and the police have exhausted all reasonable leads. The Texas Rangers have been involved in the investigation, and all witnesses have been called again in an effort to gather new information.
The Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers is offering a $75,000 reward for any information that leads to the arrest and indictment of those responsible for Henry Gutierrez's death. Henry's family continues to seek justice and closure, hoping that someone will come forward with information that can help solve the case.
Henry Gutierrez's murder has deeply affected his family and the Schertz community, and the police are committed to re-examining the case with fresh eyes and transparency. The family remains hopeful that a thorough review of the investigation will uncover new leads and bring the perpetrators to justice.
