Ronald Lester Padgett, 43, was found murdered on February 21, 2010, in Hickory, North Carolina. His body was discovered in the bed of a pickup truck parked in a wooded area off Spencer Road. Family and acquaintances knew him as Beer Man. Authorities believe Padgett was killed elsewhere and his body was later left at that location; he had been reported missing shortly before the discovery. The investigation remains open and law enforcement is seeking information that could help solve the case.

If anyone knew Ronald Padgett, saw him around February 2010, or has information about activity near Spencer Road, contact the investigating agency.