Episode 08: The 16-Hour Gap

Where was Paul Flores over Memorial Day Weekend 1996? Chris scours the Smart Family’s notebooks to find forgotten witnesses and leads.

San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Detectives work alongside Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Detectives during a search of Paul Flores’ San Pedro home, February 5, 2020

San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Detectives work alongside Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Detectives during a search of Paul Flores’ San Pedro home, February 5, 2020

Smart Family notebooks (1996-1998)

Smart Family notebooks (1996-1998)

Paul Flores is questioned by District Attorney’s Office Investigators Larry Hobson and Bill Hanley, June 19, 1996

Paul Flores is questioned by District Attorney’s Office Investigators Larry Hobson and Bill Hanley, June 19, 1996

The Lounge of Sierra Madre Hall (via Google Street View)

The Lounge of Sierra Madre Hall (via Google Street View)

Paul Flores’ 1993 Ford Ranger in August 1996 (with new bed liner)

Paul Flores’ 1993 Ford Ranger in August 1996 (with new bed liner)

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