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Franklin DeWayne Alix: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Early Life and Initial Offenses

Born on August 6, 1975, in Harris County, Texas, Franklin DeWayne Alix was raised in a strict household. As a youth, he was active in his church, singing in the choir and teaching Sunday school. However, his early adulthood saw a shift towards criminal activities. In September 1992, at the age of 17, Alix attempted to steal a bus, leading to a 10-minute police chase and a subsequent six-month sentence for theft. The following year, on April 8, 1993, he stole a woman's car from her driveway and was later arrested while driving the stolen vehicle, resulting in a three-year sentence for motor theft. In July 1996, he was found illegally carrying a pistol and ammunition, leading to a 70-day jail term.

Escalation to Violent Crimes

In August 1997, Alix began a six-month violent crime spree in Houston, Texas. His offenses predominantly took place in apartment complexes and involved multiple kidnappings, robberies, sexual assaults, and murders.

August 8, 1997: Murder of Gregorio Ramirez

Alix allegedly shot 41-year-old Gregorio Ramirez during an attempted robbery in an apartment parking lot. Ramirez's widow later identified Alix as the shooter. ...Read More
Victims
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Confirmed Victims: (3)
  • Selemawi Tewolde , Date of Death: October 5, 1997
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    Suspected Victims:
  • Gregorio Ramirez Age: (41), Date of Death: August 8, 1997
  • Killer's Details

    Franklin Dewayne

    Alix

    August 6, 1975 Harris County, Texas, United State

    March 30, 2010 (aged 34) Huntsville, Texas, United State

    Executed by lethal injection

    Male

    Black

    Capital murder, Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, Theft, Illegally carrying a weapon

    Death

    3-4+

    1997 - 1998

    Texas

    January 6, 1998

    Texas State Penitentiary (Huntsville Unit) — Huntsville, Texas

    07/03/2025