LIBERTY COUNTY, Texas – The search for a missing cowboy has come to a tragic end after cadaver dogs led police to his body on Saturday.
Gene Roberts, 45, was reported missing near the Trinity River after he and his horse disappeared last Sunday.
Roberts was helping friends herd cattle away from the rain-swollen river when he took off after a stray cow.
The two other herders noticed that Roberts was missing. They located the horse, but there was no sign of their missing friend. Police suspected he was swept away in the rising flood waters.
Authorities and crews searched for Roberts, but could not locate him. Cadaver dogs picked up a scent and led police to his body.
Roberts's body was found Saturday morning along FM 1008, not far from where he was reported missing.
newswatcher1 said on November 7, 2009 at 3:02 PM
very sad..i heard news that his horse was found with water marks up to his neck indicating very high flooding..ill bet he lost footing or underestimated the amount of water he was taking the horse into..rest in peace cowboy..
harley2 said on November 7, 2009 at 3:51 PM
god be with the family and friends of cowboy
cypresslady said on November 7, 2009 at 8:33 PM
So sorry to hear of this loss.