New Court Document Confirms Dig Site in Nelson County Investigated in Connection to Crystal Rogers' Disappearance
ICARO Media Group
In a recent development in the mysterious case of Crystal Rogers' disappearance, a newly-released document from the Nelson County Circuit Court has confirmed that a dig site in Cox's Creek, Nelson County, is being investigated as a possible location for her remains. Rogers went missing during the 4th of July holiday in 2015, and her former boyfriend, Brooks Houck, has been charged with her murder, while two other suspects, Stephen Lawson and Joseph Lawson, are accused of aiding in the cover-up.
The court filing, unsealed on Friday, revealed crucial information about why authorities were conducting a search at the dig site. According to the document, Stephen Lawson, the father of one of the suspects, told detectives in November 2023 that he witnessed his son, Joseph Lawson, and another man named Jeremy Thompson engaging in digging and burning activities at the site using a skid-steer excavator. Lawson further stated that Joseph Lawson and Thompson were burning large amounts of wood in the hole at the request of David Thompson, Jeremy's father. These activities reportedly took place within five days of Rogers' disappearance.
Interestingly, the document noted that Stephen Lawson had previously denied the presence of a skid-steer on the property during prior interviews. The sudden change in his statement was deemed questionable by investigators, who were unable to get a satisfactory explanation from Lawson.
While the discovery of the dig site being investigated as a possible burial place for Crystal Rogers sheds new light on the case, no authorities have commented on whether any concrete evidence was found at the site. It remains unknown if Rogers' remains have been located or if additional searches will be conducted based on this new information.
Crystal Rogers' disappearance has gripped the community for several years, leaving her family and friends desperate for answers. As the investigation continues, authorities will undoubtedly work tirelessly to uncover the truth and bring justice to those involved in her tragic case.
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