Nothing is known of Shelby's background. Judging from his accent, he appears to be Canadian, possibly implying that he emigrated from Canada to the United States. He appears to work as a stagecoach driver.
Events of Red Dead Redemption[]
Shelby can usually be found at Benedict Point, doing a variety of odd jobs or managing the stagecoach. He can also be found in Manzanita Post, doing a variety of activities, like chopping firewood for the camps, talking in the General Store or sitting at the benches. Sometimes he can be seen riding a horse through Blackwater as well.
However, he has also been known to be a stagecoach driver at various locations in New Austin and West Elizabeth.
