Linda Sue Helton was 45 and living in Prescott, Arkansas when she died of a single gunshot inside her home on January 6, 1986. She had an intellectual disability and was closely bonded to her mother, Esther. Records note Linda’s birthdate as July 29, 1940, and her grave is at De Ann Cemetery in Prescott.

Authorities identified a single suspect very close to Linda: her mother, Esther Helton. Esther told investigators she meant the killing as a mercy act, and prosecutors charged her with murder.

If anyone knew Linda, her life, or has information about what happened in Prescott on January 6, 1986, please share what you can.