In the small town of Waldo, Arkansas, the life of 37-year-old Travares Lamon Kimbell was cut short on June 16, 2021. Kimbell, a man known for his love of cooking, particularly his gumbo, seafood steam pots, and fried cabbage, was found deceased at his home. The cause of his untimely death was determined to be gun violence, sending ripples of concern through the quiet community.
Born on January 31, 1984, in Magnolia, Arkansas, Travares, also known as 'T-Slim,' was a graduate of the Little
Rock Job Corps with a certificate in Culinary Arts. His passion for cooking was a well-known part of his identity among friends and family. His death left a void in the lives of his loved ones, who remembered him as a cherished son, brother, and friend. A graveside celebration of his life was held on June 27, 2021, at Smith Cemetery in Waldo.
The investigation into the death of Travares Kimbell was launched by the Columbia County Sheriff's Office. Despite the passage of time, the case remains an active and open homicide investigation. As of May 2023, law enforcement officials were continuing to appeal to the public for any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the case. The Sheriff's Office has included Kimbell's case among several unsolved homicides in the county for which they are seeking answers, indicating that no arrests have been made and no suspects have been publicly identified. The community is left waiting for justice as the search for those responsible for his death continues.
