Henry Gutierrez, Jr., a 71-year-old Hispanic businessman from Schertz, Texas, was found shot to death in his home on December 24, 2015. Known locally for his work in the solid waste industry and for his interest in drag racing, Gutierrez’s white 2013 Ford Explorer was stolen from the home shortly after the killing and was recovered in March 2016 at an apartment complex in San Marcos.

The Schertz Police Department has designated the case a cold case — the first time the department has applied that status — and the Texas Rangers have participated in the investigation. Police say they have exhausted reasonable leads and have re-interviewed witnesses; Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers is offering a $75,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest and indictment.

The family continues to seek justice and the community was deeply affected by the killing. If anyone has information about Henry Gutierrez’s death or the theft and later recovery of his Ford Explorer, please come forward.