I just logged on and the first two articles I read both have your comment asking about our DDs experience. Amanda Starrantino investigates where her missing person's case stands today. I've been waiting for a long, long time to come to some sort of resolution.". Smart ended up attending an off-campus party, where she became intoxicated and passed out on a neighbor's lawn, according to witnesses. To his credit, the Sheriff both credited Matthew Lamberts podcast series and admitted mistakes (2 weeks B4 any investigation, dorm room cleaned, ignoring roommates pleas the day after she disappeared, wont seek warrant for bank records because shes a 19 y.o. Press J to jump to the feed. Authorities allege that Flores instead took Smart to his own dorm room and killed. That was discovered after Flores turned himself in on a DUI charge. Authorities dug up areas around the Arroyo Grande home of Susan Flores, Paul Flores mother, in May 2007 but turned up no evidence of Smarts whereabouts, the Santa Maria Times reported. Its an ugly secret that made the Smart family unnecessarily agonize for nearly 25 years! One can only image the horrors she grew up with. The press release stated the sheriff's office will not be commenting any further and no additional information will be released at this time. Paul Flores at a St. James classmates birthday party, 1983. An immunity deal was offered to her in 2020, Paul Flores in court July 18 during opening statements in the Kristin Smart murder trial happening in Salinas, Monterey Co. Superior Court/NBC News Dateline. Paul Ruben Flores, 44, of San Pedro was arrested on suspicion of murder in connection to the disappearance of missing Cal Poly student Kristin Smart, according to the San Luis Obispo County. Nor could Ruben Flores' attorney, Harold Mesick. Atascadero city manager announces retirement. Flores was subpoenaed before a grand jury in relation to Smarts disappearance but left after just five minutes of questions. To the extent that he was forced to leave jobs because of the Smart family. They used cadaver dogs and ground penetrating radar to search Ruben Flores property. Would you do the right thing? We may learn more if any of them are called to testify in the preliminary hearing. Paul Flores plays soccer at St. James Catholic School, 1982. "We have no responsibility for her disappearance and what happened to that young woman, and I've said it in a court of law," she insisted to the station. It wouldnt be surprising to learn. KSBY Investigates: Kristin Smart Disappearance. Without a doubt, I feel that Paul and Ruben are going to prison. Almost all knew nothing about it, thanks to Poly. Peterson was a 24-year-old student at Cal Poly at the time of Smarts disappearance. Woman Found Dead in Park Charged with Murder, Cold Cases Heat Up: How Advances in DNA Technology Are Helping to Bring Justice for Victims, Kristin Smart Case: Paul Flores Found Guilty in 1996 Death and Disappearance of the Cal Poly Freshman, Kristin Smart's Body Is Still Missing But Longtime Suspect and His Father Face Trial, Lyft Driver Who Went Missing in Florida Has Been Found Dead, Daughter Says, Dismembered Remains of N.C. Man Who Vanished Over a Month Ago Found in Barrel of Concrete, Friend Testifies That Paul Flores Would Often 'Follow' Kristin Smart and Hang Around Her Dorm, Texas Man Accused of Murdering Girlfriend Who Planned to Confront Him About Being Married, Missing Tenn. Now. Paul Flores at a St. James classmate's birthday party, 1983. The Modesto Bee reported in January 2003 that Scott Peterson, the man who was convicted of murdering his wife, Laci Peterson, in December 2002, was being eyed for link to the Smart case. The father and son were both in on it? At that time, the car belonged to Paul Flores sister Ermelinda Flores, who lived near Cal Poly. I feel for her. Chris Lambert has indicated that Ermelinda and both of her ex husbands have been interviewed by investigators. After Smarts disappearance, the car was transferred into their parents names. The two trucks, which sheriff's officials say belonged to family members of Paul Flores in 1996, have been a hot topic in episodes of the "Your Own Backyard" podcast, which chronicles the disappearance of Cal Poly student Kristin Smart in 1996 and the investigation that followed. Investigators are currently digging under Rubin Flores home in another apparent attempt to find the missing teens body. Deputies also dug in several places in search of remains. 19 years later, still no body, no arrests made, and no answers. Deputies towed the car from Rubin Flores' home. My first impression was that she didnt have anything to do with it and that Chris was protecting her privacy. I hope they all do. Officers booked Flores into the Los Angeles Metropolitan Detention Center. Galambos says the letters referred to several crimes that Thomas may have committed, including being a possible accessory after the fact, or destruction of evidence, or even mishandling human remains., Galambos argument, in part, states that when trying to secure Thomas as a witness, the DAs Office fails to state which defendants actions or statements she witnessed and it fails to identify what actions and statements she witnessed. The same day, investigators also served warrants at an undisclosed location in SLO County and at a location in Washington State. His room was finally searched when the sheriff took over the case and at that point Paul had moved off campus and Cal Poly had deep cleaned his room, destroying any available evidence. Might be referring to interview where Paul tells investigators that he thinks Kristin is dead. Smart, a 19-year-old Cal Poly student, was last seen in the company of then-fellow student Paul Flores, who claims he escorted Smart to her dorm on May 25, 1996, which was relatively empty over. Deputies also dug in several places in search of remains. Authorities served another search warrant at Paul Flores home in April 2020. Apparently one witness may be an Australian exchange student who returned home after finals and was unaware of the case. hurting anyone, they should have done the right thing and turn him in. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Remember this story where his cousin spoke about him being a pervert: Me, my sister, my cousinPaul has no limits, she said, requesting anonymity. Is there indeed some kind of video with PF admitting he knows what happened? Paul Flores was taken into custody in the Los Angeles area, where he resides. "The search warrants are limited in scope, and sealed by the court," public information officer Tony Cipolla stated. Many include court filings and other evidence submitted by both sides as part of various motions. Not that it excuses it, I can just see it clear as fucking day. Maybe Paul called Ruben that night from the pay phone. In exchange, Flores would disclose where Smarts remains are located. I needed [the sheriff's office] to do their job. Please, let the guilty be found, and her memory finally be at peace. In Southern California, investigators served a search warrant at Paul Flores' San Pedro home. About the case, Lambert said he feels good about the direction it is heading. Paul's sister reportedly lives in that area. They are true psychopaths, and Ruben and Susan's behavior since Kristin's disappearance helps me understand why Paul is as sick and disturbed as he is. The Daily Breeze reported in September 2016 that Flores was living in San Pedro, California, since 2011 and had been working in Irvine. Please address the Policies, events and arguments, not the person. Paul Flores has long been the lone suspect in Smarts disappearance. Lambert spoke about what he felt was the biggest error in the early investigation by the sheriffs office. Good question Ive often wondered that esp since her car could of been involved & other goss on here. The documents include information about a January 2020 appearance from a San Luis Obispo County sheriffs detective at Thomas Washington home. The 19-year-old was last seen in the company of then-fellow student Paul Flores, who claims he escorted Smart to her dorm, which was relatively empty over the Memorial Day weekend. Cal Polys only interest was in a coverup. Be part of the news. We only want our daughter back. At the time of the article, Flores was living in Southern California. She was last seen alive with Paul Flores, a classmate who offered to walk an inebriated Smart to her room. The comments below represent the opinion of the writer and do not represent the views or policies of CalCoastNews.com. Cal Poly agreed that Kristens case would be incorporated as an educational tool into the freshmen Week of Welcome orientation. FBI investigators were seen putting up tape around the home on East Branch St. "Something is happening and I am definitely excited to see what comes from it," said Matthew Harrington, who witnessed the search. If I was her I'd have never moved back to California. Paul had this look on his face, the relative said. Paul is very soon going to be in a position where he needs to tell us his story, this case will be solved soon. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. Do you have a point you would like to make? Deputies towed the car from Rubin Flores home on Monday afternoon. Read the story: recordnet.com/article/20200118/NEWS/200119835, Multiple tips received following podcast on Kristin Smart disappearance, Former FBI agent weighs in on potential new developments in Kristin Smart case, Kristin was an adventurous fun loving young woman whose childhood was rich and filled with memorable moments.Unfortunately, it was cut short on May 25, 1996 when another Cal Poly student took her life and has continued to hide behind the 5th Amendment since the summer of 1996. Denise Smart told the Examiner in 1998, Were not after Paul Flores; were not trying to persecute Paul Flores. Constructive debate is good; mockery, taunting, and name calling is not. At a Tuesday press conference announcing the arrest of Paul Flores and his father Ruben in connection with the death of Smart, San Luis Obispo County Sheriff Ian Parkinson said investigators interviewed new witnesses thanks to the popular eight-part series Your Own Backyard. Support local news. Most knew about it, no thanks to Poly, and now all do thanks to Chris Lambert. A month later, Thomas home was reportedly one of four Flores family homes searched by authorities. Officers booked Flores into the Los Angeles Metropolitan Detention Center. She probably saw her brother was being accused of murder, didn't make questions and at the first chance just took off. He lived in the dorm building across from Smarts room. Maybe she's just as awful as the rest of them, or maybe not. She was last seen alive with Paul Flores, a classmate who offered to walk an inebriated Smart to her room. Paul and Ruben Flores have. Would you? In 2007, Flores had a DUI case dismissed in Los Angeles County Superior Court. It basically implies a video of Paul saying he did it. 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