His remains were found near his 'happy place' in 2020. A Texas DNA lab finally identified him
James “Jimmy” Carter
James “Jimmy” Carter
Senior Reporter · Midland, TX
A veteran journalist, Jimmy Carter has spent over a decade covering local stories that resonate with the Midland community. He holds a degree from the University of Texas at Austin and previously reported for KPBE, an NPR affiliate. His work often explores the intersections of culture and community engagement.
More from James →Senior Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 2:38 PM · 1 min read
Kent Cross was reported missing in 2016. His remains were found near a California hiking trail four years later, but it took advanced DNA testing to identify him.
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Local news from Wichita Falls Current
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Friday, November 13, 2026
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