Kristin Smart updates: Paul Flores evidence hearing begins
“We talked for a few minutes and I said, ‘Stay away from that guy,’ ” one witness testified she told missing Cal Poly student Kristin Smart.
www.sanluisobispo.comHere’s the latest available on Kristin Denise Smart, based on recent reporting:
- In 2023, Kristin Smart’s family expressed gratitude after a guilty verdict for Paul Flores, who was convicted of first-degree murder in her disappearance; they emphasized the need to lay Kristin to rest, as her body has never been found. This remains a crucial milestone in the case, though questions about locating her remains persist.[1]
- In 2024, media updates noted that Flores was in fair condition after an in-prison attack, while Kristin Smart’s case continued to attract attention for ongoing efforts to locate her body and for additional legal proceedings related to the case.[2]
- Earlier updates from 2021–2022 cover preliminary hearings and testimony around the Flores family’s involvement, with Kristin Smart described by family members as someone who “was the best hugger” and “a gift to our family”.[3][8]
If you want, I can pull current, location-specific updates from reputable outlets (e.g., local papers like the San Luis Obispo Tribune, or national outlets) and provide a concise timeline with sources. Also, I can summarize ongoing efforts to locate Kristin Smart’s remains and any new investigative developments, if available.
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