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Kristin Smart search concludes at San Luis Obispo County home with no remains found

Kristin Smart search concludes at San Luis Obispo County home with no remains found

Summary

Law enforcement in San Luis Obispo County finished a search at a home linked to the murder case of Kristin Smart, a college student who disappeared in 1996. No remains were found during this search, but investigators will keep reviewing evidence to help with the ongoing case.

Key Facts

  • The search took place at a home in Arroyo Grande connected to Susan Flores, mother of Paul Flores.
  • Paul Flores was convicted in 2022 for the murder of Kristin Smart and is serving 25 years to life.
  • Investigators used ground-penetrating radar and soil tests during the search.
  • Officials believed human remains may have been or still be at the property based on evidence.
  • No remains of Kristin Smart were found during this search.
  • The search started after authorities served a search warrant earlier this week.
  • Law enforcement had also conducted a search in 2020 at a nearby Arroyo Grande home related to this case.
  • The Smart family expressed hope and gratitude toward investigators and the community for their support.
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