Do you know who murdered Robert? On January 12, 1984, Robert Cawthon, aged 34, was found murdered in a wooded area near Baker, Florida, roughly two miles west of Highway 4. His body was partially clothed, had suffered a fatal gunshot wound, and had been set on fire, indicating a violent and deliberate act. Investigators also discovered his car abandoned behind an old cemetery on Old Bethel Road.
Despite extensive investigations, the case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to seek information that could help bring the perpetrator to justice. This case is part of the cold case files in Okaloosa County, and local law enforcement remains hopeful that new leads may emerge.
