Mother Confronts Alleged Killer of Son, 16, in San Bernardino County Court

A Mother's Search for Justice

• 💔 For nearly four years, Liz Schmidt has worked to keep her son Bobby Smith Junior's memory alive following his death in 2022.
• 📍 Bobby's body was discovered with multiple stab wounds in a dirt field in Apple Valley.

Courtroom Confrontation

• ⚖️ For the first time, Liz Schmidt came face-to-face with the man accused of her son's murder, Antonio Rodriguez, also known as "Primo."
• 👨‍⚖️ Rodriguez, 26, was held to answer on a murder charge, with an enhancement for the alleged use of a deadly weapon.
• 🤝 The victim's mother stated that Rodriguez was considered a friend by her son and was the last person seen with Bobby.

Allegations and Defense

• 🚗 Liz Schmidt last saw her son on October 17th, 2022, when she dropped him off at a nearby skate park.
• 🔪 According to Schmidt, Rodriguez allegedly admitted to walking ahead of Bobby, then turning around and stabbing him multiple times.
• 🗣️ Bobby reportedly pleaded for his life during the attack.
• 👂 Rodriguez claimed he heard voices in his head at the time of the stabbing.

Ongoing Grief and Hope

• 💐 Rodriguez reportedly visited the memorial site for Bobby after his death.
• 😔 The family is seeking justice, acknowledging that there is still a long road ahead.
• ✨ Liz Schmidt recently gave birth to a baby boy who passed away at 4 days old, finding solace in the thought that her boys are together.