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Krystal Baker

Death by Force
Case Description
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Krystal Jean Baker, a 13-year-old girl from Texas City, Texas, was tragically murdered on March 5, 1996. She was last seen walking from her grandmother's house, intending to reach a convenience store to call a friend for a ride. However, she never made it to her destination. Her body was discovered under a bridge over the Trinity River in Chambers County, Texas. The investigation revealed that Krystal had been raped and strangled, marking her death as a brutal homicide.

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  • Resources: 48 Hours Mystery: The Killing Fields - CBS News
  • Smith guilty in murder of Krystal Jean Baker | Local News
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    Victim Details

    Krystal Baker

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Texas City

    TX

    1996-03-05

    13

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    11/27/2025

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