The Brief
- Man sentenced to 40 years in prison for killing woman during road rage incident
- Manolo Gonzalez shot a 22-year-old woman in the head in January 2023
AUSTIN, Texas – A Travis County jury sentenced a man to 40 years in prison for the murder of a 22-year-old woman.
According to the Travis County District Attorney’s Office, 23-year-old Manolo Gonzalez was convicted for the murder of 22-year-old Elizabeth Lopez.
“Our office is grateful to our dedicated staff and law enforcement partners who worked tirelessly to hold the defendant accountable and seek justice for the victim’s family,” said Travis County District Attorney José Garza. “We hope this verdict continues to help the victim’s family with their healing process.”
Background
Police said the incident happened on Jan. 6, 2023, shortly after 8:30 p.m. Officers were called to E Stassney Lane between South Congress and I-35.
22-year-old Elizabeth Lopez was fatally shot in the head while driving on East Stassney Lane. Police believe the shooter’s motive was road rage.…