Brent Gutheinz, a 22-year-old University of Texas at Dallas student and Richardson resident, was found murdered on June 22, 1997, near Van Alstyne in rural Grayson County. An avid bodybuilder, Brent’s body was discovered by a fisherman along Squirrel Creek in a secluded area; investigators determined he died from homicidal violence.

In the days before his death Brent had been seen with friends and was involved in a troubled relationship with his girlfriend, Chanel Banks. The couple had endured financial strain, an on-again, off-again engagement, and significant conflict just before his killing; Brent had reportedly been emotionally invested in the relationship and had plans tied to news that Chanel might be pregnant.

No suspects have been charged. The Texas Rangers and Crime Stoppers continue to offer rewards for information leading to an arrest. Did anyone in the Van Alstyne or Richardson areas know Brent or have information about his movements in June 1997?