(November 2, 2019) — A New Hampshire couple boondocking on the beach on Padre Island, Texas, has been confirmed dead after being found in a shallow grave, the victims of a homicide. The decedents have been identified as James Lawrence Butler, 48, and his 46-year-old wife, Michelle Elaine Butler, of Rumney, New Hampshire.
The Butlers were reported missing on Oct. 23, 2019, after family and friends lost contact with them. They had been living in Rumney before departing in June 2018 in a truck towing a Cedar Creek travel trailer.
James Butler had retired after 21 years in the Navy. He had been an air traffic controller on the carrier USS Enterprise. He raised two children in Virginia, where the Enterprise was based at Naval Station Norfolk.
After James Butler left the Navy he built homes and worked as a manager at a Walmart. But he longed to travel again. He told his sister, “‘I’ve traveled the world with the Navy, but I’ve never seen my own country,'” said Deborah van Loon. Michelle Butler loved the idea, too. In 2018, they packed up their RV and headed south.
(Note: We were unable to get any biographical information on Michelle in time for this story).
Their bodies were discovered Sunday evening at Beach Marker 263 about 3 miles south of Bob Hall pier after a Kleberg County Deputy found what appeared to be human remains. “Their camper was literally parked right there,” said van Loon.
The Butlers were married in 2015 and spent much of last year in Arizona, living in an RV park in Mesa. “They had so much fun there,” said van Loon.
But they were itching to travel more. The Butlers started finding temporary work through websites with short-term job listings, aimed at RVers. They would find a job, and camp nearby in their trailer, van Loon said, traveling and making money. They traveled to Texas to work as gate guards on an oil rig.
In October, the Butlers left their jobs there and started toward their next job in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. They stopped in Corpus Christi and decided to stay a while, boondocking on the Padre Island beach where they could stay for free.
They had been there barely two weeks when Michelle Butler’s family tried to reach her for one of their regular video calls, but she did not pick up. The couple was reported missing on Oct. 23. Their bodies were found four days later.
Texas law enforcement are working to identify a person of interest. Authorities are trying to find the couple’s 2018 silver Chevrolet Silverado 3500 pickup truck, with New Hampshire license plate 3738968, and their white Cedar Creek trailer, according to Kleberg County Sheriff’s Office. Their truck and camper was seen entering Mexico on Oct. 21 by a surveillance camera, but the driver was not James or Michelle.
A vigil is planned for Saturday evening in Corpus Christi, TX, near where the couple’s bodies were found, and on Sunday at 6 p.m. in the Rumney Town Common.
If you have information that may help authorities locate the killer or the location of the truck or trailer, call the Kleberg County Sheriff’s Office at 361-595-8500.
SOURCES: News release from Kleberg County Sheriff’s Office, Corpus Christi Caller Times, New Hampshire Leader and Facebook.
Truly heartbreaking. So much could be said, but now is not the time.
Yes, very sad and I also send condolences to their relatives during this tragic time. Boondocking is very safe and there are few documented cases of violence. Crooks are not seeking out an isolated trailer in the wilderness to prey upon….there are much easier and plentiful targets in the cities.
I’m sorry to here about this. This is one reason that folks should be armed. I might be interpreting this wrong but can you explain how “Their camper was literally parked right there,” said van Loon. Then: Authorities are trying to find the couple’s 2018 silver Chevrolet Silverado 3500 pickup truck, with New Hampshire license plate 3738968, and their white Cedar Creek trailer. Thought the trailer was right there next to them?
The trailer had been parked right next to where the bodies were found until it and the tow vehicle were stolen.
My interpretation of the sister’s statement is: “Their camper “WAS” (but no longer) literally parked right there“ (as in close proximity to where their bodies were found).
Truly a horrific occurrence that never should have happened. The murderer(s) must be found and immediately executed….no “ifs, ands or buts”)! If all vehicles & occupants crossing borders (both coming & going) were completely checked, validated and legal, we’d already know the identity of the driver.
The sister probably meant the camper “had been” literally parked right there — but it wasn’t when their bodies were found. Very difficult to get your words/grammar 100% correct when you’re so distraught. Very tragic story. —Diane at RVtravel.com
What the article is saying is that their camper and truck was at the location where they found their bodies, meaning that they died where they boondocked.
“Their camper was literally parked right there,” – referring to the past, probably the place where they were parked when last seen and/or close to the place where they were found.
My condolences to the families.
I know a lot of people will say they should have been armed but we don’t know enough about the story to even be able to say if they even did have a gun. Perhaps they were walking on the beach (do people with guns actually take beach strolls while carrying?) perhaps they had befriended the person earlier and trusted him. There are SO many variables. There are a few rules we should all live by when boondocking in remote places whether we carry guns or not (like never opening the door to a stranger at night) but with an average of 10 motor vehicle fatalities a day in TX and a homicide rate of 5 per day their chances were twice as good of being killed driving there.
Since their bodies were found right by where the camper was parked it’s unlikely they were taking a stroll on the beach.
This is both sad and scary. Condolences and anger that a couple who worked hard for this freedom had it stolen. We camp and mostly boondock almost half of the year. The ability to carry protection is another freedom being stolen every day. The various state’s laws have made it criminal to carry a handgun in so many places that our only legal option has become a shotgun or rifle. (And don’t forget the permit for Canada which overzealous agents will often not honor.) Even if not carrying all the time a firearm or bear spray within easy reach is somewhat comforting especially when sleeping especially if backed by even a short personal defense course. My heart goes out to these two as well as the two murdered in BC this past spring.
these kind of crimes don’t even deserve a trial, you take two life’s you don’t deserve anything but death no trial needed
Totally agree!
AWH only in our dreams could your solution work in Canada. Here we give the party responsible a free legal team, and everything possible to see that they get the “fairest” trial, and lightest sentence. There’s a guy running around in the general population today who cut the head off a fellow passenger on a greyhound bus a few years ago, now he’s standing in the same line as you and I are the check-out. Goggle Vince Li.
How is that boarder wall sounding after this.
How does that Border, not “boarder”, Wall sound? Sounds like conclusive proof that border walls do not work if they allow millions of dollars worth of trade pass through them as well as killers. Unless you want to prevent honest RVers with desires to see Mexico from the opportunity to see Mexico, which by the way is a beautiful country, border walls will always have crossing points where vehicles can transit.
Wouldn’t it be nice ( Beach Boys song) if the guy gets caught and he crossed illegally. I suspect even Jesse would still think with his heart. Join me cancel Jesses` vote too
As bad as it always did. Someone drove their truck and trailer across the border, a wall would not have helped. It didn’t say what nationality the killer was or the nationality of who was driving the truck & RV across the southern border.
I’ll give you one GUESS? Yugoslavia, LMAO!
The boarder wall does not extend into the Gulf of Mexico where there is trafficking along the Gulf coast. Plus the “wall” does not stop anyone from GOING in Mexico. This was over a hundred miles North of the boarder and therefore renders the wall useless.
I’m 100% in favor of border walls, period. But it is too early to jump to the conclusion that these murders were a result of illegal trespassing from Mexico. Its not uncommon for American criminals to flee to Mexico too. The story mentioned having video of the person or persons driving the truck. Let’s have trust in our Police that they will solve the murder.
Still like a joke and a total waste of money!!!!
Reading Chucks information on this Sad Incident, I took to Google Earth to see where the authorities approximately found the victims.
3 miles South of Bob Hall Pier would have put their RV in a Very Remote Spot on Padre Island. Only a couple of access roads. And not close to what appears to be any other homes or business’!
One can only wonder why they would go so far off the beaten path to Boon Dock! There is Safety in numbers and it would be good to hear from folks on RV Travel who Boon Dock Regularly as to what they would do in a situation like this. Perhaps Chuck and his Gang of Writers need to do an extensive article about Safety while Boon Docking!
Their Truck and Trailer was reportedly seen crossing into Mexico and you can kiss those things goodbye, never to be seen again in the US! And with most things, the Mexican Authorities will do little to assist in this crime!
It is truly SAD that things like this happen. But, everyone should know your surroundings wherever you camp. If something doesn’t look right or doesn’t feel safe, you should consider moving someplace else.
So SAD!
Couldn’t agree more with those seasoned travelers. It makes me think this guy might have been more aware on the ocean and didn’t realize the risks of traveling RV
I hope it wasn’t a choice because it was free vs a paid fee for overnight.
I have been to Bob Hall pier on north Padre Island many times. This is truly tragic. I’m glad this lawlessness is being reported to the public. People need to be aware of their surroundings. The border is porous to say the least and offers a shield of sorts to the lawless who cross it. All types come and go. Camping alone may look peaceful but makes one isolated and more vulnerable, particularly within a day’s drive of the border wherein criminals can be across before the crime is known. Be aware. Don’t isolate yourselves. Camping with neighbors is much safer.
RV’ers are friendly and trusting folks, often too much for their own good. And RV’s themselves are structurally no challenge at all for a criminal to break into. I know that many RV’ers stay armed, or at least have a defensive firearm available to them in their RV, but apparently many do not. If you want to stay armed AND comply with state law, your travels are quite restricted, because nothing you can do will make you legal if you have firearms in your RV and travel to states like NY, NJ, and many other anti-gun oriented States. Incidents like this one, however, are why some of us stay armed and feel more secure as we enjoy the RV life, even if we don’t fully meet the letter of the law in some places.
Your travels while armed are really not that restricted. Over 40 of the states are gun friendly & the ones that aren’t are on the east & west coast. We allowed ourselves one visit up Highway 1 along the coast of California & now have no desire to return, because they’re too expensive anyway. And we avoid the Northeast coastal states that aren’t gun friendly because they’re too crowded to travel thru with an rv anyway. The true beauty of the country is in all the rest of the states & they’re most all gun friendly. We’ve traveled fulltime for 10 years now & have rarely felt restricted. When we travel to Alaska, we mail our guns ahead to the post office in Alaska & mail them back when returning, though I do admit to feeling slightly apprehensive while traveling remote areas of Canada unarmed, especially after the recent article about the young travelling couple & an older guy killed by two young guys in Western Canada along a road we traveled in the past.
While I was avoiding commenting on the Gun issue again. Fred is correct. There are only about 7 states in the US that have ridiculously restrictive Gun Laws. In most cases if you have a Concealed Carry Permit in your Home State, chances are it will be good in about 43 other states! Even in the 7 states I mentioned, you still have the right to defend yourself under the Second Amendment!
I just upgraded to the new 2019 US Firearms Laws in all 50 states. You can purchase it here: https://www.amazon.com/Travelers-Guide-Firearm-Fifty-States/dp/0578422999
I use the above listed book to verify each state I’m traveling through, what their restrictions are. And if I need to LOCK the Gun in my Safe in the RV, that’s where it goes to avoid any problems with Law Enforcement!
The people who need to worry about the gun laws, are those who don’t know how to Safely use a Firearm and get themselves in serious trouble.
You have to be willing to defend yourself in this country! If you are not willing to do this, then join the rest of the Marsh mellows walking around out there!
Sir, you are informed, but understand that being in posession of a hand gun in many states that do not recognize your carry permit is a serious crime. Locking it in a box on premises (RV) dont meant doodlie..squat. get control of the House of Reps in 2020, push to have a non “marsh mellow” Paul Ryan Speaker of the house elected, and get your 50ty state law passed. Be informed, stat informed and vote R or C.
Agree
I don’t go to states that I can’t carry my weapon. There’s nothing worth seeing in that state this worth dying for.
We’ve been to Bob Hall pier when we’ve camped several years at Bird Island campground & the National Seashore campground just down the road a couple of miles. It’s such a beautiful, peaceful area, you just don’t think about dangerous people when you’re soaking up the beauty of the area. But, having said that, we carry concealed all the time since before we started fulltiming 10 years ago.
And to Lisa’s question, yes, you should carry while walking on the beach. If you’re going to go thru all the training & permits & expense to be able to carry a weapon concealed, then you need to carry at all times because the one time in a million you may need the gun, will be the time you forgot or decided you didn’t need to carry that time, & all your past efforts have been a waste. I’ts just like wearing a seat belt. If you pick & choose when you want to wear a seat belt, you won’t have it on at the moment when you least expect an accident & it happens. My gun sets next me in the rv & in my waist band any time I leave the rv. Because we’re seldom apart in our travels, my wife carries sometimes, but not always. We practice several times per year with real live scenarios where someone approaches us or our rv & how we would react, so that if it happens, muscle memory will take over instead of panic & freezing. We also practice situational awareness when we are out & about. It has just become natural to us. We don’t even consciously think about it. If I start out the door without my gun I feel naked, just like if I forgot my keys or hat. Concealed carry is a personal choice & may not be for everyone, but if you do choose to carry, CARRY AT ALL TIMES.
Hello Fred we are going to start traveling next year. We both shoot but am wondering what you do if you don’t have a concealed permit when you travel through states without a permit. We live in Maine and you don’t need a permit. You can reach me at msssjunie@aol.com.
What a sad life you all must lead if you feel you must carry a gun to feel safe. Just saying.
Nueces County has recently added FHU sites to the Padre Balli Park campground next to Bob Hall Pier, and it is one of our favorite places, and this area has phone service. The North Padre Island National Seashore begins just past this area and this area is well known for its lack of cell phone service.
There is also a primitive campground (Malaquite) within NPINS, but The County campground is $50.00/nt. and NPINS is $10.00. The natural remote location is a big part of the draw to this area, just 20 minutes from great restaurants and shopping.
This area is in Kleberg County, it is sparsely populated (+/- 35,000 residents) and there is no direct access to the Island unless you drive through County/Corpus Christi, a distance of 67 miles from the County seat. Consequently, the NPS Rangers, Texas Dept of Public Safety and Texas Game Wardens provide most of the safety/security for the area.
We may never know what happened, but we each have a responsibility to ourselves and our families to be aware of our surroundings, and unfortunately being in an area like this can allow us to relax, but at the same time we might let our guard down.
The planet is becoming less safe each day, imagine how much fun it is for Canadians when we are not allowed by law to defend ourselves, no guns, nothing, that IS until the bad guy gets the first shot in, then it is likely to late.
Maybe IT’S time to sell the RV and batten down the hatches nearer to home. I do not know what the answer is.
Lesson from Alvin. Most people think that the police are there to protect you, they ARE NOT. The primary function of the police is to keep the public peace. They show up on scene, most times, AFTER the incident. Protection of self is your and your families responsibility. It’s a shame they took your guns away in Oh Canada, but that train left the depot years ago, and you all just let it happen, not a criticism, just an observation from the lower 48. It’s funny how the rest of the world views us (excluding Alvin).
But, when the SHTF, it’s the good ole USA spilling it’s citizens blood to keep the peace. This experiment in the rights are bestowed by our creator has lasted for over 240 years. If you want it to keep going, then take a lesson from Alvin, dont turn it into a place where “we the people” has no meaning anymore.
Despite this tragedy, it is worth remembering that the murder rate in the United States has been steadily falling for the last forty years. And the murder rate in Canada is about 25% of what it is in the States.
My heart breaks for the two happy people who were just trying to enjoy time together doing what they loved. The world is getting to be a more scary and untrusting place. Even though we travel with weapons we are not foolish enough to believe we don’t have to be extra careful and skeptical about strangers. I’m not saying the couple wasn’t cautious, I’m saying people with bad intentions have many ways to fool us. They prey on our kindness. Just be vigilant and careful out there.
Appreciate you reporting on this. Been following this on the new with sadness. Agree with many of the comments regarding being aware and prepared. Such a shame. Definitely makes me think more about security. Our thoughts and prayer to the grieving family of the couple.
EXCELLENT!
Go to Port Arthur. There is a lovely t.v. park next to Pier. Belongs to County. When I was there 5 6 yrs ago very safe and fun.
Border walls, massive incarceration and guns have not lessened our problems. Europe is much safer without. Maybe we could learn?
I have scheduled to volunteer in Corpus Christi on a Habitat for Humanity project, and was planning a stay at Seashore after that. Now I am freaked.
Problem is because of lenient judges, prosecutors, politicians, and the criminal justice system in general. It is called a “CRIMINAL Justice” system for a reason–the justice is for criminals and not victims.
In Europe ,not only do the good citizens not have guns, the criminals do not have them either. You really want to take away the self defense weapons of good law abiding citizens of the United States knowing darn well that the criminals will still have their arsenal ? HOW does that make any sense ???
Look, that guy is either uninformed, or just not with it. Europe is now a (xxxxxxx)(bleeped). He missed the news of the last couple years, his fault. I’m serious, who’s with me on cancelling this guys vote. I’ll start, who’s with me?
Who said they where shot!
Answer: antigunners of course!
If your going unarmed you should be !
That was for Bill P
Bill P. Is misinformed, his fault. Could have been he had situations in his life he didn’t want to face, or in his mind’s problems, could be solved with lollipops and gumdrops. Either way the civil solution is to neutralize his vote. You are never going to explain it to these people, they think from their heart, which is noble for gramma! Just get off your butts and get to the poles. This country has been turned around and they hate it. Let’s finish this job VOTE!
When your a hammer everything is a nail. Going to the “poles” really? I don’t think grammar is your only problem.
I traveled the Interstate hwy w/ a company car and when needed pulled into well lit parking lots for a nap. You can’t fight sleep from behind the wheel -safer to catch sleep in a car, alone and female. I would have carried but could have gotten fired if found out. There are ways to be aware and safe when traveling. If I would be traveling by RV or a sailboat I would have both a long gun and a few pistols. I have owned guns and have voted mainly D for most of my life. I was in a gun store in SD one night listening to how Obama was coming for my guns…what a laugh and what a good sales pitch! If you think that coward in the Whitehouse has YOUR gun interest at heart it is time to wake up. BTW, of course there is a “russian” story…how else do you come back from a$4B+ bankrupt state, especially after you pissed away you inheritance and credit rating? If you sell cash real estate to the Russian mob I believe you are in the laundry business…not “hospitality”.
Hey Renee, auto correct got me, sorry. As for your opinion it is apreciated, but the rudeness is not. Re-think that part, would you please. Um, news flash in near future. The prior administrations’ key people are under criminal investigation and one can only hope their constitutional rights to a fair trial are afforded them. If so, they have the right to remain silent.
I so appreciate your financial analysis, it’s called bankruptcy. What you left off was a person’s ability to come back and prosper, what a great nation we live in. Lets look for an example, shall we.
General Motors filed bankruptcy, they were allowed to re-organize and emerge from bankruptcy to start a new entity. The comon shareholders were “wiped out”, but it was Good for all the United Auto Workers I say. Cars and trucks are still being produced. And the workers and their families continue to make a living wage and proper in this great nation. It is the vitriol that has no place in a person’s heart, as it will consume a person, if unchecked.
I’m telling you that ” if” any of these guys see justice, I’ll buy you dinner, after I see them doing the perp walk, because if crimes were committed against a duly sitting President of The United States of America, than none of them should go unpunished, regardless of political party.
Mark, your post shows your ignorance. Europe is not safe. Ever heard of ” londinistan”? Thousands of knife attacks? They are basically banning all knoves in london. Border wall? Who has a border wall? We here in Texas sure don’t. We have some wall near major roads entering Mexico but 98% of our border you can walk across. Listening to the liberal media will only get you killed. Good luck.
I don’t think Europe is much safer. A myth is what his statement perpetuate s. My recent trip to Belgium put us in contact with middle eastern street thugs & pick pockets. The police in Europe seem to be ineffective.
Our borders are NOT protected by strong walls. None at all on northern border. The Democrat resistence is letting us get killed.
Makes me never want to boondock. Truly a tragedy. My condolences to the family.
This is obviously a very disturbing story and highlights a problem for RVers. I find it astounding that it would appear they were murdered for their truck, and RV. Had the border officers required the driver ID to match the registration for the truck/trailer we might have seen an arrest perhaps, or at least a detention for further investigation. Unfortunately, the facts are scarce, so we can only speculate but like I always say, better to be judged by 12 than carried by 6. If you travel in an RV, regardless if you are boon docking or not, pack some heat. It might make a difference.
Dude, you serious, “border officer” they were entering MEXICO. Does anyone really think that country cares who was driving. Listen, the fact that 16 people already gave this a +, scares me on how many have a grasp. WOW.
And the sad thing😡😡Sanctuary cities will protect illegals.. Criminally illegals here and then committing despicable crimes against LEGAL AMERICAN CITIZENS… Build the wall.. And how did they get into Mexico?? PC?? Afraid of being called racist..Tough luck..Profiling can save life’s 😡😡
Always be aware of your location ,surroundings and defensive options. Weapons, less lethal devices and tell someone or local authorities where you are and how long you’re staying.
That is one of the most terrible things that I’ve ever heard.
Lol humanity gets much worse than that
Absolutely horrible way to end one’s life. Makes me worry (even more) about my safety when in my RV.
Gun……
You should always worry about your safety. Just don’t left it make you paranoid. Get a gun and stay safe out there.
You forgot, vote R or C, otherwise you will be a law breaker if the current anit-gun crowd gets their teeth into it.
I was support of wondering that, too, George.
sort…not “support”…although I support everyone’s right to carry…if you’ve been through good training.
The truck and trailer can be found. Every new GM vehicle has a on star system. The Chevy Silverado can be located and shut down.
The on star was dismantled by the killer
Well that doesn’t really help the dead couple now does it? Who cares about the truck or camper, its the sad loss of these two peoples lives that matter. We must secure our border.
First thing perp does is pull on-Star fuse.
I myself was wanting to RV after retiring touring our beautiful country but now I just dont know.
Come on, if your serious let’s look at the math. What is the likelihood your going to boonedock on a free beach in Texas. Slim to none. What is the likelihood you would be murdered while camping, slim to none. Enjoy your life, as you can’t worry about the possibility of being in a situation where bad things can happen. ALWAYS, be cautious, heck it’s human nature anyway. If you can handle it, pack a long gun, but, be comfortable with firearms. If your an anti-gunner, only stay in cramped, well lit RV parks.
I doubt the killers will be found. Mexico is probably where they were killed. I would never camp near Mexican border. They come over to take vehicles and have no problem killing you. My guess their killer are from Mexico. So sad. Too many people from US are disappearing or killed in Mexico.
And after they were “killed in Mexico” as you claim, the killer then hauled their bodies maybe 200 miles north to Corpus Christie to bury them on Padre Island beach?
Grade school report card; Reading comprehension ” needs improvement”
Oh it couldn’t be an illegal could it. Oh no, not those nice illegals.
We don’t really know if it was an illigal yet, bad to jump to conclusions. Buy a gun, train well, and stay vigilant.
Here is a photo of the prime suspect. https://www.boston.com/news/crime/2019/11/04/photo-persons-of-interest-texas-murder-james-michelle-butler
Racist much? It was a couple of white American scumbags. Probably running away to hide in Mexico for the crimes they’ve committed which you all have blamed the illegals for.
Ehh, it says the camper was “right there”.. then it says their looking for both the truck and camper? Which one is it? Ive camped solo out there so so many times. Definitely going to think twoce about it now
“Was” is past tense. Their bodies were found literally feet from where their travel trailer had been parked previously.
Get a gun take classes on gun use and safety…carry it at all times. I was staying in a parking in Long Beach CA, with permission from the owners for my daughters graduation. At 3 am I heard a vehicle pull up next to my motohome. I got up pulled my 45 from out, turned on the light, showed I was armed, the vehicle drove away. Be prepared for the lawless.
Look, I understand your frustration but you can’t do what you are suggesting in this scenario. By your mentioning “taking classes” I will assume you mean a hand gun. There are severely restrictive laws moving hand guns between many states. So, they would be law breakers if they were to have followed your suggestion.
As a matter of fact the current anit-gun D`s are starting with long guns and then IMO will move on hand guns. Here is a better solution. Since we don’t know the facts here. Carry a legal long gun. If it were someone trying to force entry, state clearly you will defend yourself and then rack one in the chamber. That sound alone is the beginning of a deterrent. It’s a huge step to pull the trigger, so record the situation if at all possible, because the loved ones of the deceased will only say he was asking for directions.
Want directions? Go to a gas station.
Knock, knock, I’m coming in your RV to do what ever I want. Take property, money, threaten life and limb. Perpetrator does not heed verbal warning, and distinctive sound of round being racked into the chamber. Perpetrator suffers big disappoint, is never able to tell his side. Deceaseds` family files suit for negligent taking of “innocent” life. Aka, he was just a harmless individual looking for directions to the nearest “gas station”. The End.
Mr. Butler was in the Navy for 21 years…what makes you think he didn’t have a weapon with him?
What scum. That’s why I don’t like to trust stranger and hitchhikers or do favors for them much. Carry a gun and learn how to use it, always lock your doors, and be wary of any who approaches you.
and keep one chambered; valuable time can be lost racking a gun.
Well, for those of you that think the Mexican border is safe and the drug cartels aren’t out here, this is proof. We need the wall down here so we know who is coming and going. This is not an isolated incident.
Build that wall to stop this from happening! This is ridiculous to lose to decent humans out enjoying life in what’s supposed to be the greatest country on earth. We have to protect our borders from criminals aiming to hurt the innocent!
Wall ain’t gonna stop the shxt !
The truck and trailer were “driven” across the border, the perpetrator did not try to sneak across with them….wall = not needed/useless. Do you have any idea how many Americans cross the border into Mexico each day? The person who did this was most likely white American since a Mexican passport would draw suspicion; unless you think the United States issues passports to illegals.
Photo of the man driving the rig across the border shows a White male with female companion. This has Nothing to do with immigration or the pointless wall.
Think first – write later.
Sheridan: “Think first — write later.” Amen! Great advice! Thanks.
“Entering Mexico…” Say no more. No hope of getting the miscreant to face justice. RIP.
This is why you need to be able to carry personal protection across state lines!
If you look at Maps and South Padre Island, not only does it look desolate but so gorgeous as well. Boondocks fits the description. However, “there was their camper right there” yet, it was seen attached to their silver pick up truck driving across the border? Maybe there was evidence left from their formerly parked space?
Why do you automatically blame “illegals?” There are many bars, eateries, stores. Maybe a resident met the couple while they were out for an evening, befriended them, committed the awful deed and knows going into Mexico will get rid of the evidence and walk back over the border. McAllen may be home to the murderer or murderers. Road 4 and 100 are thoroughfares to and from SPI and McAllen. I think police need to start with all the above, get any and all surveillance images to and from. I believe they will find those responsible. They say it wasn’t the couple driving. I presume they see who was. Coming back, there might be an image of the same person possibly wearing the same clothes.
Pretty dam good chance if seen driving into Mexico sorry but percentage is good
Do you know if there is an update of the story somewhere?
Folks, PLEASE don’t believe these YouTube “wannabe a star” fulltimers who glorify this lifestyle while totally ignoring the real dangers out there. The full-time life in NOT as safe as they would like you to believe.
so many racist comments, it must have been a Mexican that killed these folks, since people with white skin never commit murder
I see a dog in the back seat of the truck? Did they have a dog when this happened? If so where’s is the dog? No mention of one in any articles that I have read. We travel with three Dalmatians, a dogs bark is a big deterrent for anyone wanting to enter an RV.
Update: The white guy that killed them was from Corpus Christi.