Unsolved Murder Of Cody Rogers Near Lubbock After 30 Years

I cannot imagine the pain of losing a loved one and waiting over three decades for answers, only to still be left with only questions. Sadly, that is what Cody Rogers's family has faced for over 30 years.

The Murder Of Cody Rogers Near Lubbock

Thirty years ago, on July 20, 1996, the body of Cody Rogers was found inside a mobile home south of Anton, Texas. Anton is about 25 miles northwest of Lubbock. It was oddly cool for a July day in West Texas, with temperatures only reaching 65 degrees under breezy, partly cloudy skies. Cody had been shot in the head.

The photo attached to an old Lubbock Avalanche Journal article shows the mobile home as the standard, stereotypical affair, green and white, a rectangular building that could easily be cleared of its skirting and moved elsewhere. The article also includes a candid photo of a smiling Cody, a reminder that behind this cold case is a young man whose family still misses him.

The Night Cody Disappeared

The mobile home belonged to a friend of Cody’s. According to the friend’s account, the two had been drinking and got into an argument, and Cody got out of the vehicle they were riding in near Wolfforth. The friend reported Cody missing less than 24 hours later, then called police again after finding Cody’s body inside the home. He was questioned and released, and no one has ever been charged in Cody’s death.

What Would It Take To Solve Cody Rogers' Case?

According to KCBD, investigators have described a “mountain” of circumstantial evidence in the case, but nothing concrete enough to bring charges. It appears what investigators really need is to find the rifle used in the murder, or for any witnesses or anyone with information on the crime to come forward. Family members of Cody have even reached out to the Vidocq Society for help, but the case remains unsolved.

Why This Case Still Matters After 30 Years

Murder has no statute of limitations, and this family deserves justice for their loved one and for the pain they've endured for so long. Someone knows something, whether they've been hiding a gun in a basement for years or they overheard talk of the crime, etc. I truly hope that the right person will take a new look at this cold case and will solve a murder that should have been resolved decades ago.

Have Information About Cody Rogers’ Death?

Anyone with information about the case can contact Texas Crime Stoppers at 1-800-252-TIPS (8477). Tips can be anonymous, and you can also find details on the [Texas DPS Unsolved Crimes page for Cody Rogers](link to the same DPS page used for the July 20, 1996 date).

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