REWIND CRIME: SCOTT ROBERTS MURDER

Murder -- Scott Roberts Anniversary

Publisher’s Note:

July 2, 2020, marks the fifth anniversary of the murder of local pilot, Scott Roberts. Scott was found by his brother, in his home on July 3, 2015, shot multiple times. Although there were several persons of interest, all have been cleared by the Texarkana, Arkansas Police Department, who has done an excellent job of following all leads.

According to all accounts, there was no sign of forced entry, no fingerprints, no DNA; no information of any sort left at the scene to help find the perpetrator. It is as if no one was there, but yet, we have a crime scene. Who killed Scott Roberts?

Roberts’ murder remains unsolved at this time. There is a $10,000 reward for any information leading to the arrest of the person who committed this crime. Please contact the Texarkana, Arkansas Police Department at (903) 798-3130, or Texarkana Crime Stoppers at 903-793-7867.

Dear Scotty, We miss your smile. Growing up you smiled a lot and that is what we see when we close our eyes. We have so many wonderful memories of you throughout your life. Our families were always so close that you seemed more like our brother than our cousin. We miss that closeness.

Holidays with our families were always special times. Since we lived with our mom and grandmother, you and your family were with us for all of them. Christmas Eve we shared dinner and games, and Christmas Day was special with gifts and of course, Santa, when we were young. But not only were the holidays special, every day was interesting with you around. Do you remember how OCD you were about having things perfect in your room, your closet, and ultimately, your house? Your clothes were always color coordinated; the hangers were even color coordinated. They had to hang the correct way, or you were not happy. All of your

food was organized in the kitchen. We would come in and move things around just to see if you noticed, and you always did. Maybe that is what struck us so much about the day you were killed. Everything was in place like usual, except you. Going to Space Camp when you were in high school stoked the flames to become a pilot to a fevered pitch. Although you took some turns throughout your life, you always went back to that goal. We remember that you worked at Home Depot for a while, where you learned how to be so “handy,” which allowed you to help fix things in our homes and anyone’s house that asked for your help. You even flipped a house and remodeled two homes. They were beautiful. But again, your intent was to fly, so eventually that’s the direction you went. You would have given the shirt off your back to help any of your friends. We know that you wanted so much to be even more. You would buy your clothes at a resale shop so that you could have designer clothes at a lesser cost. You definitely had a love for finer things and were very frugal. We always thought that was funny because we never cared, but you did. You wanted to be somebody. And you would have been.

When Jett was born, everyone in the family was overjoyed. He was such a beautiful baby and both Kelli and you were ecstatic. But after his birth, as it is with many marriages, things happen. Divorce is never a good thing, but it does happen. We felt so bad for all of you, and especially for Jett. You would be so proud of the young man he is becoming. He has grown so much and is a smart, talented student who is doing well now. We were excited when you went to work for Wholesale Electric as their pilot. The McCullough’s were so happy with you as their pilot. They have been supportive of our efforts to find out who killed you. We all would love to have that closure. It has been especially difficult on your mom, Betty, who has changed so much since that day. As for all of your family, we miss you so much. We miss your smile. We miss your laugh and your ability to make us laugh. We miss your kindness and helpfulness. We wish you were here. Whatever happened, we will never forget you and will never stop trying to find out what happened on July 2, 2015. We love you. Love, Your cousins, Kim Kinder and Summer Nelson

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Operation Medicine Cabinet Operation Medicine Cabinet The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is proud to partner with Texarkana Emergency Center in an effort to remove unused and out of date prescription medicines from your homes. The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is proud to partner with Texarkana Emergency Center in an effort to remove unused and out of date prescription medicines from your homes. •It is important to know that law enforcement is only interested in the removal of unused and/or outdated medications from the homes of our citizens. •It matters not whose name is on the prescription, by whom it was prescribed, where it was prescribed, or where you reside. •We stress that it makes no difference if you live in Texas or Arkansas. •We take back all medications, no questions asked. You can remove the label if you desire but it’s not necessary. •We ask that you do not deposit needles (sharps), inhalers, medication from businesses or clinics, ointments, lotions, liquids, aerosol cans, hydrogen peroxide, or thermometers. •It is important to know that law enforcement is only interested in the removal of unused and/or outdated medications from the homes of our citizens. •It matters not whose name is on the prescription, by whom it was prescribed, where it was prescribed, or where you reside. •We stress that it makes no difference if you live in Texas or Arkansas. •We take back all medications, no questions asked. You can remove the label if you desire but it’s not necessary. •We ask that you do not deposit needles (sharps), inhalers, medication from businesses or clinics, ointments, lotions, liquids, aerosol cans, hydrogen peroxide, or thermometers. One box has been placed behind the Bi State Justice Building at 100 N. State Line Ave., Texarkana, Arkansas and another outside the Texarkana Emergency Center, 4646 Cowhorn Creek Rd., Texarkana, Texas. These boxes are regularly checked and the contents are immediately packaged for destruction. If you would like to personally drop your medications off to law enforcement, you can at the Miller County Sheriff ’s Office on East Street and Bi State Justice Building in Texarkana. One box has been placed behind the Bi State Justice Building at 100 N. State Line Ave., Texarkana, Arkansas and another outside the Texarkana Emergency Center, 4646 Cowhorn Creek Rd., Texarkana, Texas. These boxes are regularly checked and the contents are immediately packaged for destruction. If you would like to personally drop your medications off to law enforcement, you can at the Miller County Sheriff ’s Office on East Street and Bi State Justice Building in Texarkana.

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