Join 48 Hours and contributor Jonathan Vigliotti as they delve into the latest developments in the case of Kristin Smart, a college freshman who vanished in 1996, and the subsequent conviction of her killer. Don’t miss the encore presentation of “The Disappearance of Kristin Smart,” airing on Saturday, July 15, from 9:00-10:00 Pm Et/Pt on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+.
Kristin Smart’s disappearance in 1996 after attending a nearby party at California Polytechnic State University left investigators and her loved ones searching for answers for over two decades. The mystery surrounding her vanishing gripped the nation. However, the case took a significant turn when Paul Flores was charged with her murder. In October 2022, he was convicted and subsequently sentenced to 25 years to life in prison in March 2023. Despite these developments, Kristin Smart’s body has never been found, leaving lingering questions about the full extent of the tragedy.
Kristin Smart’s disappearance in 1996 after attending a nearby party at California Polytechnic State University left investigators and her loved ones searching for answers for over two decades. The mystery surrounding her vanishing gripped the nation. However, the case took a significant turn when Paul Flores was charged with her murder. In October 2022, he was convicted and subsequently sentenced to 25 years to life in prison in March 2023. Despite these developments, Kristin Smart’s body has never been found, leaving lingering questions about the full extent of the tragedy.
- 7/15/2023
- by Alex Matthews
- TV Regular
Hey, "Dateline NBC" fans. We are back with more great news for you guys because the NBC people will indeed serve up another brand new episode of Dateline NBC tonight, March 31, 2023. That's right, guys. Tonight's new episode will be the 24th installment for Dateline NBC's current season 31, and we've got a preview of it for you in this article. We were able to get a hold of an official press release for tonight's new, March 31, 2023 episode straight from NBC. So, we're definitely going to reference it for this preview session. Let's get into it. First thing off the top is the title for tonight's new episode. It's called, "Justice for Kristin Smart." In this episode, correspondent Josh Mankiewicz is going to do an exclusive interview with Kristin Smart's parents. They will talk about how they feel in regards to the sentencing of their daughter's killer Paul Flores.
- 3/31/2023
- by Andre Braddox
- OnTheFlix
Nearly 27 years since Cal Poly student Kristin Smart went missing after attending a party near campus, former classmate Paul Flores has been sentenced to 25 years to life without parole for her murder. The sentencing came on the heels of Defense Attorney Robert Sanger’s failed attempts to secure a retrial and reverse Flores’ guilty verdict.
During the sentencing hearing for Flores in Monterey County Superior Court, Smart family members and friends gave their victim impact statements.
“Paul chose to take a life, my sister Kristin’s life, a beautiful life,...
During the sentencing hearing for Flores in Monterey County Superior Court, Smart family members and friends gave their victim impact statements.
“Paul chose to take a life, my sister Kristin’s life, a beautiful life,...
- 3/10/2023
- by Brenna Ehrlich
- Rollingstone.com
After four days of deliberation — and more than 25 years of questions — a California jury found Paul Flores guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Kristin Smart. His father, Ruben Flores, was found not guilty of being an accessory to the crime.
The decision came after an emotional closing argument on Sept. 28 from San Luis Obispo County Deputy District Attorney Chris Peuvrelle who told the jury: “It’s been 1,370 Sundays since [Kristin’s parents] Stan and Denise Smart waited for that phone call — the phone call that would never come.” He then pointed...
The decision came after an emotional closing argument on Sept. 28 from San Luis Obispo County Deputy District Attorney Chris Peuvrelle who told the jury: “It’s been 1,370 Sundays since [Kristin’s parents] Stan and Denise Smart waited for that phone call — the phone call that would never come.” He then pointed...
- 10/18/2022
- by Brenna Ehrlich
- Rollingstone.com
Update: Paul and Ruben Flores formally pleaded not guilty to charges in connection to the disappearance of Kristin Smart. On Monday, April 19, the father and son virtually appeared in court for their arraignment, where their respective attorneys entered their pleas. In addition, Ruben's attorney argued in favor of the 80 year old's bond release. However, the judge postponed his decision until Ruben's next court appearance on Wednesday, April 23. ______ Paul Flores has been charged with first-degree murder in connection to the 1996 disappearance of college student Kristin Smart. On Wednesday, April 14, San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow...
- 4/19/2021
- E! Online
Paul Flores pleaded not guilty to the murder and attempted rape of 19-year-old Cal Poly student Kristin Smart Monday after being arrested and charged with the 1996 crimes last week. His father, Ruben Flores, pleaded not guilty to being an accessory after the fact to the crime.
Paul Flores was not granted bail, with Judge Craig B. Van Rooyen saying that his release could result in “great bodily harm” to the public. The elder Flores will be released on a bail that he can afford. That amount will be determined at a later hearing,...
Paul Flores was not granted bail, with Judge Craig B. Van Rooyen saying that his release could result in “great bodily harm” to the public. The elder Flores will be released on a bail that he can afford. That amount will be determined at a later hearing,...
- 4/19/2021
- by Brenna Ehrlich
- Rollingstone.com
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