Burleson Police Department announced Thursday that a recent nursing school graduate was kidnapped and fatally shot by her estranged husband in a murder‑suicide, prompting a high‑speed pursuit that spanned roughly 25 miles.
According to local12.com, the incident began when Garza dropped off one of her children at school on Thursday morning. While in the school parking lot, her estranged husband, Axel Ramirez, forced her into a vehicle and drove off. Garza had arranged to meet Ramirez that day for a “civil conversation,” and her boyfriend accompanied her to the meeting. Both Garza and her boyfriend called 911 after the abduction, alerting officers to the situation.
Police attempted to stop Ramirez’s vehicle, deploying stop‑sticks, but he continued to flee. The chase lasted about 34 minutes, during which Ramirez reportedly reached speeds exceeding 100 mph. The pursuit concluded near an airport, where officers discovered the car with both Garza and Ramirez inside, each having sustained fatal gunshot wounds.
The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victims as Bianca Garza and Axel Ramirez, both 34 years old. Garza, known to friends and family as “Bibi,” had graduated from nursing school in October and was the mother of two daughters, ages nine and fourteen. Tributes highlighted her love of God, music, animals—especially dogs—and her dedication to family and caring for others.
Garza’s boyfriend, Ezekiel Cain, posted on Facebook expressing his grief and promising to protect the children. A GoFundMe page set up by Michael Gleason described Garza’s generous heart and passion for nursing as a calling rather than merely a career.
Police have not released a motive for the murder‑suicide and indicated that the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with additional information to contact the Burleson Police Department.
What’s next: The investigation continues, and law‑enforcement officials will release further details as they become available. Residents are reminded to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities.
Sources: local12.com
