Carla Rogers, 67, was found dead in her Jefferson, Texas, home on January 30, 2024, after a family member requested a welfare check. Investigators reported signs of a struggle at the scene and ruled out natural causes, treating the death as a homicide. Authorities say the cause of death was initially consistent with foul play, but exact details have not been released.

Detectives have been examining Rogers’ personal relationships and background. Forensic teams are assisting investigators, and police say they have not ruled out the possibility of additional people being involved.

Rogers was well known in the small, close-knit community, where her death has shocked friends and neighbors. Anyone who knew Carla or who has information about activity near her home in late January is asked to contact investigators.