Robert Joey Schofield, known as Joey, was 32 and from Murrayville, Illinois when he was found dead on October 8, 2020. He was last seen October 4 and reported missing after failing to show up for work at Nestle in Jacksonville. His vehicle was found abandoned near the site where he had been building a home.

Following an extensive search, Joey’s body was discovered buried in a field on Gobbler Road. The cause of death was multiple gunshot wounds. The investigation resulted in the arrest of his cousin, Kenneth J. Acree, 35, who was charged with first-degree murder and concealment of a homicide. Kenneth lived on Gobbler Road.

Kenneth’s wife, Laura C. Acree, 29, and Joey’s wife, Sara M. Schofield, 29, were charged with concealment of a homicide and obstruction of justice; both were released on bond and are awaiting court dates. Kenneth’s defense has asserted the killing was in self-defense, and pre-trial hearings are ongoing. If anyone knew Joey, his routine, or activities around Gobbler Road in early October 2020, please share what you remember.