Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Smart has long been suspected to have been abducted and killed in May 1996, while she was a freshman at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo. Flores dropped out of Cal Poly during the summer of 1996. KSBY Investigates: Kristin Smart Disappearance. Copyright 2020 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Someone actually had to fund a newspaper sent to all SLO addresses to tell the truth. I typically respect family sticking together through thick and thin, but this is just beyond that scope. They state the detective was requesting an interview from Thomas while also giving her two letters: one urging her cooperation and another offering immunity from San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow in exchange for her cooperation. 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 the Memorial Day weekend. Paul is very soon going to be in a position where he needs to tell us his story, this case will be solved soon. Recently released court documents detail a one-time immunity deal previously offered to Paul Flores sister, Ermelinda Thomas. One of his friends had told authorities that Flores already had a black eye when he showed up to play in a pick-up game. Authorities allege that Flores instead took Smart to his own dorm room and killed. We are encouraged by the news of todays search of Ruben Flores property. Smarts family said in a statement they released on Monday. Authorities in California are crediting a true-crime podcast for helping them solve the Kristin Smart case. Authorities served another search warrant at Paul Flores home in April 2020. It basically implies a video of Paul saying he did it. "The search warrants are limited in scope, and sealed by the court," public information officer Tony Cipolla stated. His father, Ruben, is facing a charge of accessory to murder. Cole also states, this could have very well been an accident that night while telling Thomas he believes she knows what happened and had some involvement by being a good sister., Cole offers Thomas full immunity in exchange for her telling the truth about what she knows. Deputies also dug in several places in search of remains. The documents include information about a January 2020 appearance from a San Luis Obispo County sheriffs detective at Thomas Washington home. "As a result, we are precluded by law from disclosing any further details about them.". She was last seen alive with Paul Flores, a classmate who offered to walk an inebriated Smart to her room. 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. After Smart's disappearance, the car was transferred into their parent's names. Unblurred are Paul Flores (right) and Ermelinda Flores (bottom right). I am deeply immersed in true crime and other macabre topics on a basically daily basis, so it takes a lot to really spook me - the Flores family makes me ill. Comment Guidelines. has been maintained for over twenty years. I cant recall another case of this nature where an entire family including extended family members worked together to protect a family member who committed murder. The authorities have stated that Kristin's remains have not yet been found. He is the father of Paul Flores, the only suspect in the disappearance of Smart. He is the father of Paul Flores, the only suspect in the disappearance of Smart. We appreciate the vigilance and professionalism of Sheriff Ian Parkinson and his department and our family looks forward to learning more in the hours and days ahead.. 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. "Even with what I found, I can't go arrest somebody. Actually his violent behavior started earlier than high school. Flores sported the injury in his booking photo. On Tues., April 13, 2021, Paul Flores and his father, Ruben Flores, were arrested in connection to Kristin Smart's case. https://www.thedailybeast.com/four-women-say-the-man-suspected-of-murdering-a-college-student-sexually-assaulted-them. Cole states things have changed drastically due to advances in DNA technology, adding that evidence has been re-examined and vehicles belonging to Thomas and her family have been forensically searched. The press release stated the sheriff's office will not be commenting any further and no additional information will be released at this time. So far Ive asked two attorneys and one probation officer. 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. We are encouraged by the news of todays search of Ruben Flores property. Smarts family said in a statement they released on Monday. Almost all knew nothing about it, thanks to Poly. Mom Is Presumed Dead, as Police Search for Possibly Suicidal Ex, Who Is Murder Suspect, Parents of Missing N.C. I just logged on and the first two articles I read both have your comment asking about our DDs experience. Paul had this look on his face, the relative said. After seizing an old car, digging in the back yard and taking evidence San Luis Obispo County sheriff deputies concluded a two search of an Arroyo Grande home related to the 1996 disappearance of Kristin Smart. How Does This Happen, I started Biz in AG in 1989 ,I am now 58 I do not have any kids So Sad .. Monsters .. Check out the podcast Your Own Backyard if you want to get the details on everything known to this point: https://www.yourownbackyardpodcast.com/episodes. Paul Flores, 44, of San Pedro, was charged with murder, while his 80-year-old father faces a felony charge of being an accessory to a crime. San Luis Obispo County Sheriff deputies arrested Paul Flores, the primary suspect in the disappearance of Kristin Smart, and his father, Ruben Flores, at separate locations Tuesday morning. Wow! It wouldnt be surprising to learn. I imagine Ruben has threatened to kill anyone - including Paul - who knows and doesnt stick to the story theyve been telling. Getty Well let me educate you. Smart has long been suspected to have been abducted and killed in May 1996, while she was a freshman at California. Since the focus is on Paul Flores what is the alleged motive for him to have committed this crime. "Paul had this look on his face," the relative said. Here are the latest totals, SLO driver who hit and killed couple charged with manslaughter, Suspect arrested in rural Arroyo Grande fatal shooting, San Luis Obispo County to close homeless parking site, Man flees officers in stolen CSD truck, barricades himself at Hearst Castle, San Luis Obispo debates allowing bicyclists to ride on sidewalks. Ruben Flores, and his sister and mother . Unblurred are Paul Flores (top center) and Ermelinda Flores (top right). In documents filed June 18, 2021, Thomas attorney, Guy Galambos, filed a motion of notice in San Luis Obispo County Superior Court to quash a subpoena for Thomas testimony during the preliminary hearing for Paul and Rubens case that July. I don't think she was willingly involved. EXAMINING CALIFORNIA'S KRISTIN SMART TRIAL: THE . At that time, the car belonged to Paul Flores' sister Ermelinda Flores, who lived near Cal Poly. The parents stopped renewing the tags in 2010 and parked the Volkswagen in Rubin Flores garage. Flores was one of the last people to see Smart and has been identified as a person-of-interest in the case. Until she (Kristin) is found, this case will never go away you and your family will never have any peace; there will always be an open and active investigation.. Kristin Smart Disappearance Suspects Taken into Custody, Classmate of Kristin Smart Briefly Detained, Police Search Home Decades After Her Disappearance, Ga. Police Officer Arrested After Naked Body of Missing 16-Year-Old Girl Found in Woods, Ex-Boyfriend of Missing Md. Flores said that the reason for changing his story was because he thought it would sound stupid if he said that he couldnt remember how he got the black-eye. How do you stay friends with someone like that?!!!!! "But I've felt good about it for a long time. Powered by. But nope. At the time of Smarts disappearance, Flores was a 19-year-old food science major at Cal-Poly. At the time of Smarts disappearance, the vehicle belonged to Paul Flores sister, Ermelinda Flores, who lived near Cal Poly. The pair appeared in San Luis Obispo Superior Court. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? 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. Smart was last seen as three fellow students helped her home following a party. If Dan Dow prosecutes the case then the Flores have nothing to worry about. The letter from the DAs Office has similar wording about the immunity deal. The letter sent to Thomas by San Luis Obispo County Sheriffs Detective Clint Cole, which was part of the documents Monterey County Superior Court Judge Jennifer OKeefe has allowed to be released, explains that Cole has been working on the Kristin Smart case for more than two years. Chris travels down to the South Bay, and attempts to trace Paul Flores' predatory behavior from its origins to the present day. This could be conjecture but my guess is that since Chris is using her name that she is maybe more involved that previously thought, especially after her car was hauled out of Rubens garbage. It remains to be seen if any of them have been cooperative but Chris indicated recently that, at least in the past, husband #1 was close to PF (and remained in contact with him after the divorce) and expressed doubt on IG that Ermelinda or Susan would talk. They sold the truck and the other car but kept the VW? I needed [the sheriff's office] to do their job. The jury heard a portion of a call between Paul Flores and his mother on Jan. 26, 2020, in which the pair appeared to be discussing the show.. Thomas attorney says she accepted the letters, but did not give any statements and later goes on to say that Thomas should not have to testify because she does not have any material testimony to provide during any proceedings in this case and also states she does not qualify as a material witness.. He was soon released from custody. The Charley Project goes on to say that Flores would regularly drink heavily and that he was not popular among the student body. Can anyone provide some insight as to how and why the entire Flores family has conspired to protect Paul and hide Kristins remains? His story repeatedly changed. At the time of Smart's disappearance, the vehicle belonged to Paul Flores' sister, Ermelinda Flores, who lived near Cal Poly. I know Pauls Attorney Mel had many plea agreement talks with the District Attorneys Office and know without a doubt that Paul Flores knows what happened to Kristin Smart and where her body is. The Daily Breeze reported in September 2016 that Flores was living in San Pedro, California, since 2011 and had been working in Irvine. A neighbor on White Court in Arroyo Grande told KSBY News the home of Ruben Flores, Paul's dad, was also searched Wednesday morning, and the King County Sheriff's Office confirmed that it assisted the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office in the service of a search warrant at a home near Kenmore, Washington. Nor could Ruben Flores' attorney, Harold Mesick. That was a huge judgment error. In order to produce the documentary, Lambert quit his job to devote himself to the podcast. Please, let the guilty be found, and her memory finally be at peace. Last month, deputies conducted a two-day search for Smarts remains at the home of Ruben Flores. Flores has no criminal record involving violent crime. This sister can rot too if she helped. Publicly available information confirms that Ermelinda left the state (and even the country at one point) to get away from this case. 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. We want to give you the support you need., The creator of the podcast, Your Own Backyard: The Disappearance of Kristin Smart, Chris Lambert told the Stockton Record that he believes Flores is responsible for Smarts death. My personal opinion was that I was one piece of the formula.". After Smarts disappearance, the car was transferred into their parents names. The detectives have more than what has been previously released, and that is very heartening. Four Women Say the Man Suspected of Murdering a College Student Sexually Assaulted Them JUSTICE DENIED Paul Flores was the last person seen with Kristin Smart before she vanished in 1996. legal adult and dismissing her parents pleas, spreading rumors about her personal life and Spring quarter grades). Flores removed most of his personal belongings from his dorm room before it was ever searched by the police. Paul Flores at a St. James classmates birthday party, 1983. Laci Peterson had also been a student at Cal Poly. Man receives three months in prison for shooting and killing elephant seal, Natural Healing Center opens pot shop in Morro Bay, CCT pausing, get your local news at CalCoastNews, Storms cause more than $100 million of damage in SLO County, Driver goes off Highway 1 in Cambria, hits tree, Crews find possessions but slow down search for Kyle Doan, Caltrans to evacuate residents trapped between Highway 1 landslides. It sounds like a scary environment with Pauls violent outbursts, the parents covering up for him and it sounds like RF was abusive as well, at least towards her mom. Ermelinda Flores (top left) and Paul Flores (bottom), 1983. After Smarts disappearance, the car was transferred into their parents names. The Kristin Smart disappearance: After 26 years, Paul Flores is convicted of murder 20 photos In 2011, the Smarts hoped those boulders would become a little lighter when Ian Parkinson became the . Lambert said in January 2019, I believe that Paul Flores is responsible for her death and I believe that he knows where she is currently located. In documents filed June 18, 2021, Thomas attorney, Guy Galambos, filed a motion of notice in San Luis Obispo County Superior Court to quash a subpoena for Thomas testimony during the preliminary hearing for Paul and Rubens case that July. Paul Flores escorted Smart back to her dorm after an off-campus party. We appreciate the vigilance and professionalism of Sheriff Ian Parkinson and his department and our family looks forward to learning more in the hours and days ahead.. Could it also be the graduation party video where the mom asked him what he did with the missing girl? Cal Poly PD, led by incompetent detective Mike Kennedy, refused to investigate her disappearance initially, suggesting that she probably just left town despite her having no car nor leaving any other signs she left town. Officers booked Flores into the Los Angeles Metropolitan Detention Center. No one ever saw Smart again. Not to be a cynic but the Republican DA faces a BLM challenge from an increasing Berkeley-esque electorate. Thew newspaper adds that the Navy refused to take Flores because of his connection to the Smart case. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. We may learn more if any of them are called to testify in the preliminary hearing. Paul Flores was the key witness in the 1996 disappearance of Kristin Smart. The Smart family sued Flores in 1996 in an attempt to get some answers in civil court about their daughter, but Flores took the fifth amendment. 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. Maybe she had no idea until she was actually in the middle of it. Back in 1996, with classes finished before the long Memorial Day weekend, Smart, a 19-year-old California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo student, called her parents on Friday, May 24, and left a message telling them that she and some friends were heading to a party at 8 p.m. that night. In another case, he was granted probation. IF you knew your family member was out raping girls? Is there indeed some kind of video with PF admitting he knows what happened? 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. Recently released court documents detail a one-time immunity deal previously offered to Paul Flores' sister, Ermelinda Thomas. 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. Ruben lived here with his wife, Susan, and their children, Ermelinda and Paul. After Smarts disappearance, the car was transferred into their parents names. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Where is he today? Its an ugly secret that made the Smart family unnecessarily agonize for nearly 25 years! They state the detective was requesting an interview from Thomas while also giving her two letters: one urging her cooperation and another offering immunity from San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow in exchange for her cooperation. The pair appeared in San Luis Obispo Superior Court. The others stayed local, same! Kristin Smart was declared legally dead in May 2002. At that time, the car belonged to Paul Flores sister Ermelinda Flores, who lived near Cal Poly. Alexandra Wallace June 11, 2022. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. In documents filed June 18, 2021, Thomas' attorney, Guy Galambos, filed a motion of notice in San Luis Obispo County Superior Court to quash a subpoena for Thomas' testimony during the preliminary hearing for Paul and Ruben's case that July. You just have to wait a while for things to get done the District Attorney's Office, the Sheriff's Office and who's going to do which part. ive only been able to find one and now i cant even find that one. Maybe people would be interested instead of just reading your posts that have an apparent trolling aspect to them? Paul Flores was taken into custody in the Los Angeles area, where he resides. If one of my brothers was a piece of shit like Paul I wouldnt stay silent and complicit.. But I believe Ruben trained him to prey on women. Then RF immediately called Ermalinda to possibly go get PF, while Ruben was en route. At that time, the car belonged to Paul Flores sister Ermelinda Flores, who lived near Cal Poly. He had a black eye the next day. Support local news. She did not walk away and go kill herself. The article added that Flores changed his story about how he got the black eye, first saying that he got it playing basketball and then later saying that he got it while fixing his car. Paul was not an experienced hardened criminal, if they investigated early and subjected him to a proper interrogation, they likely could have broken him and gotten him to confess, assisted by any circumstantial evidence they could have gathered. In only one of those instances, in 2000, did Flores serve time. The father and son were both in on it? Prior to that incident, Susan Flores and her boyfriend had filed a harassment lawsuit against Smarts family. Remember this story where his cousin spoke about him being a pervert: Me, my sister, my cousinPaul has no limits, she said, requesting anonymity. Law enforcement served search warrants Wednesday in the missing person case of Kristin Smart. As for motive, Flores had and continues to have multiple allegations that he has raped or sexually harassed women, and also teens while he was in high school. We would have had this moments years ago if Cal Poly PD hadnt screwed this up. In Feb. 2020, sheriffs deputies served warrants at four locations, including at Paul Floress San Pedro home and the Arroyo Grande home of his mother. He threw [my cousin] to the ground and got on top of her and putting his hands down her top even after he got his wallet. While she told her parents to call her before she left, she never spoke to them. Facebook 0 Twitter LinkedIn 0 Reddit Tumblr Pinterest 0 0 Likes. Authorities arrested Ruben Flores after San Luis Obispo County Sheriffs deputies served a search warrant at his Arroyo Grande home. The Daily Beast report says that Flores is accused of having an accomplice in the crime. Also in 2010, SLO County Sheriff Ian Parkinson said he was committed to having the disappearance of Smart reexamined by investigators. Kristin Smart . Those dogs led officers to Flores mattress but no hard evidence was found. On April 13, Paul's father, Ruben Flores, 80, was also arrested and charged with being an accessory after the murder for allegedly hiding her body in his yard on White Court in Arroyo Grande. Investigators are currently digging under Rubin Flores home in another apparent attempt to find the missing teens body. Also in 2010, SLO County Sheriff Ian Parkinson said he was . Paul's sister reportedly lives in that area. 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 the Memorial Day weekend. In Southern California, investigators served a search warrant at Paul Flores' San Pedro home. Arroyo Grande High School graduate Paul Flores was the last person to see Kristin Smart on the night she disappeared. Would you do the right thing? St. James Catholic School Christmas Party, 1982. 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. Lambert said, The biggest mistake I think the sheriffs department made was that the first sheriff commented within one year of investigating that if (Flores) didnt talk they would never be able to solve this. You ALWAYS ask your interns about it? Deputies towed the car from Rubin Flores home. 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. Paul and Ruben were arrested and charged in connection with Kristins death in April 2021. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. It also said the office does not anticipate any additional news releases regarding this investigation. In 2007, Flores had a DUI case dismissed in Los Angeles County Superior Court. Deputies towed the car from Rubin Flores home on Monday afternoon. During the search, a cadaver dog showed interest in a 1985 Volkswagen Cabriolet, which is currently registered to Ruben and Susan Flores. 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