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Hey everyone, I've been diving deep into the Goodwin case and something's been bugging me. Has anyone checked the records or archives of cab companies operating around Texarkana in December '98? Since Goodwin mentioned he might take a cab from Wadley Regional Medical Center, it seems like it could be a crucial lead. I know it’s a long shot given the time that's passed, but maybe a driver might remember something about a fare to the Ritz Motel around that time. Plus, it'd be interesting to see if any records match his name or the area he was last seen. Thoughts on how to go about this, or if anyone has additional details on this aspect?
Hey everyone, I’ve been deep-diving into the Goodwin case and something’s been nagging at me about the timing of his last known movements. Specifically, the short window between him being at Wadley Regional Medical Center and the Ritz Motel.
What stands out is that he received a painkiller injection at the hospital. I’ve been wondering if the effects of that injection might have influenced his decision-making or his interactions with whoever gave him a lift. This isn’t to suggest anything nefarious on the driver’s part, but it’s strange that Goodwin ended up at a motel instead of heading straight home—especially since he was eager to see his son over that holiday weekend.
Has anyone else looked into whether there were any cabs or motels known for regional drop-offs back then? It might be worth checking old records or asking around if anyone remembers a driver picking him up that night. Or maybe the medical staff who treated him noticed something unusual about his condition or mood? It could be a small lead, but in cases like this, the little details could be crucial.
Would love to hear your thoughts or if anyone has additional insights about the local context during that time. The idea of him possibly ending up at a psychiatric facility could also tie in with his state post-injection, don’t you think?
I find it so puzzling that Goodwin chose to call from the Ritz Motel of all places. For those who might not be familiar with the area, the Ritz Motel isn’t exactly the kind of place you’d stop for a casual stay, especially after receiving medical treatment earlier that day. It’s pretty isolated and, back then, there wasn’t much in the way of immediate amenities nearby. If he truly intended to head back to his trailer, why make a pit stop there?
There’s something unsettling about the fact he called his mom from there and then...nothing. I know some have speculated about him needing a quiet space before making his way home, but it still feels off to me. Could someone have convinced him to go there, or was it simply a waiting point for another ride? And then there’s the phone call that wasn’t answered—makes you wonder what he wanted to say.
The connection to Living Hope Hospital also seems like a strange lead. If he was moved elsewhere, how come no records or eyewitnesses have surfaced? I feel like there are small glimpses of truth scattered around, but nothing has been tied together yet. Anyone local to Texarkana remember any odd occurrences from back then, or maybe a suspicious character frequenting both the motel and the hospital?