On January 18, 2020, twenty-year-old Keeslyn Roberts from Reseca, Georgia, was last seen at the Flying J Truck Stop in her hometown. Witnesses reported seeing her entering an employee-only area of the truck stop’s restaurant and engaging in a heated argument with one of the staff members.
The confrontation led the staff to call the police, but by the time the authorities arrived, Keeslyn had already left the premises. This marked the last confirmed sighting of her. Keeslyn, who had been working on herself and attempting to better her life despite a brief sidestep due to drug use, vanished into thin air under mysterious circumstances.
The Disappearance
Two days later, on January 20, 2020, one of Keeslyn’s family members discovered her white Toyota Corolla abandoned in the parking lot of the same truck stop. Most of her personal belongings, except for her cell phone, were found inside the vehicle.
Subsequent investigations revealed that Keeslyn’s backpack, containing cash, a phone charger, her wallet, car keys, debit card, and ID, had been left behind during her hurried departure from the truck stop. In March 2020, some of Keeslyn’s clothing was found in a bush near a dumpster behind the truck stop’s restaurant, adding another layer of complexity to the case.
The Investigation
The disappearance of Keeslyn Roberts prompted widespread concern and a thorough search by authorities. Friends, family, and investigators tirelessly sought any clues that could lead to her whereabouts. Numerous people were interviewed as part of the investigation, but no significant breakthroughs or public information were released.
Authorities also had to consider whether Keeslyn’s disappearance was connected to another recent case from the same location. Just two days before Keeslyn vanished, 21-year-old Caleb Nathaniel Smith from Chatsworth, Georgia, was reported missing from the same truck stop. On February 2, 2020, Caleb’s body was found in a marshy wooded area in Gordon County. Despite the proximity in time and location, authorities found no evidence linking Caleb and Keeslyn’s disappearances, nor any indication that the two knew each other.
Throughout the search, some criticized the Gordon County Sheriff’s Office, claiming they were not taking Keeslyn’s disappearance seriously enough. Additionally, Keeslyn’s probation violation warrant, issued just a day before she disappeared, led to speculation that she might have been trying to avoid the law. There were unconfirmed sightings of Keeslyn at various truck stops, but none provided concrete leads. The case was frustratingly elusive, with each potential breakthrough leading to more questions than answers.
The Case Today
Today, nearly three years after she was last seen, the case of Keeslyn Roberts continues to haunt her family, friends, and the Reseca community. Keeslyn’s disappearance remains an open investigation, with law enforcement still seeking any new information that could shed light on this troubling mystery. As of now, Keeslyn would be 23 years old, and her family’s hope for her return is as strong as ever.
Keeslyn’s parents, Eric and Shannon Roberts, have been vocal about their daughter’s case, often speaking out to keep her memory alive and seeking justice. Eric set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for a reward for information leading to Keeslyn’s whereabouts, describing her as a kind-hearted young woman who had unfortunately fallen in with the wrong crowd but had been making sincere efforts to turn her life around.
Despite the lack of progress, both the police and private investigators continue to work on the case. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has taken charge and remains open to any leads. Flyers and social media posts still circulate, urging anyone with information to come forward.
The pain of not knowing what happened to Keeslyn is a heavy burden for her loved ones. They long for closure and the chance to lay Keeslyn to rest if their worst fears are confirmed, or better, to welcome her home. Her disappearance has left an indelible mark on the community, emphasizing the need for vigilance and support when one of its members goes missing.
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Keeslyn Noelle Roberts, please contact private investigator Shan Burnett at 423-413-6848 or the Gordon County Sheriff’s Office at 706-629-1245. Your tip could be the crucial piece needed to bring Keeslyn back home.
