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Unsolved Cold Case: Dayton Woman Brutally Beaten 35 Years Ago, Family Seeks Justice

Dayton, Ohio – A Dayton woman was brutally attacked 35 years ago, leaving her unrecognizable to her own family. Despite the perpetrator potentially thinking they have escaped justice, the Dayton Cold Case unit remains determined to apprehend the individual responsible for ending Toni Watkins’ life. Retired Detective Doyle Burke revealed that Watkins was found wandering the streets of Old Orchard and Kenwood, desperately seeking help. In the late hours of May 14, 1989, Dayton homicide …

Suspect Arrested in Anna Meza Cold Case Murder After Six Years, Family Seeks Closure

SAN JACINTO, CA – After six and a half years of mourning the unsolved murder of Anna Meza, her family and friends finally see a glimmer of hope for closure as a suspect is arrested in connection to her death. On November 12, 2017, 31-year-old Anna Meza was tragically shot and killed in broad daylight on a street in San Jacinto. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department recently announced the arrest of a suspect after an …

Beloved WWII Veteran’s Cold Case Murder Finally Solved After 50 Years

Vero Beach, Florida – A decades-old cold case has been solved as the killer of WWII veteran turned Florida milkman, Hiram “Ross” Grayam, has finally been identified. Grayam went missing in April 1968 after delivering milk and was later found dead along with his milk truck deep in the woods of Vero Beach, Florida. It took over 56 years for authorities to unmask the person responsible for his “execution style” murder. The breakthrough in the …

Philadelphia Woman Delves into Centuries-Old Cold Case Murder within Family History

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Jo Piazza, a mother of three, embarks on a journey to uncover the century-old mystery surrounding the death of her great-great-grandmother, Lorenza Marsala. Growing up, Jo heard stories of how Lorenza was killed in Sicily before she could join her family in America, leaving behind a trail of wild theories and unanswered questions. After the passing of her father in 2015, Jo stumbled upon his computer, leading her to discover his obsession …

State Seeks Death Penalty for Alleged Palm Bay Apartment Shooter in Cold, Calculated Triple Homicide Case

Palm Bay, Florida – The state of Florida is seeking the death penalty for 26-year-old Ta’Shawn Taylor, who is accused of a horrific crime that left three people dead and two others injured in a Palm Bay apartment complex. The incident, which occurred on January 20 at the Woodlake apartment complex, shocked the community as police responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting. Officers arrived at the scene to discover three individuals deceased and …

Innocent Man Gunned Down in Cold Blood While Working in Vegas Apartment Complex

Las Vegas, Nevada – A tragic incident unfolded at an apartment complex in the southwest valley when a man was shot and killed in an apparently random attack while working with his brother in a cleaning business. Las Vegas police responded to the scene at the Venicia Apartments on South Fort Apache Road, where they discovered the victim near a white van at the complex’s entrance. Despite their efforts to save him, the man succumbed …

New Evidence Emerges in Cold Case of Blake Chappell’s Unsolved Murder

Newnan, Georgia – The mysterious disappearance and subsequent death of Blake Chappell in October 2011 continues to haunt authorities, as the perpetrator remains at large. Despite their efforts, they have not been able to bring Chappell’s killer to justice. Recently, a glimmer of hope emerged in the cold case investigation. The Newnan Police Department announced new developments in the case. As part of their renewed efforts, authorities executed three search warrants in the Sharpsburg area …

Cold Justice Explores 33-Year-Old Brutal Murder of Beloved Tennessee Woman

Alcoa, Tennessee – A cold case involving the brutal rape and murder of an 80-year-old woman, Emmaline Croft, has brought together a team of seasoned professionals in hopes of solving the mystery. Led by cold case prosecutor Kelly Siegler and Homicide Investigator Tonya Rider, along with officials from the Alcoa Police Department, the investigation into Croft’s tragic death 33 years ago has reignited a quest for justice. The heinous attack on Croft in her Alcoa …

Witnesses help bring closure to cold case in Missouri after suspect’s death

Kansas City, Missouri – A decades-old cold case in Missouri has finally been closed, thanks to the relentless efforts of witnesses. The case, which had remained unsolved for years, saw a breakthrough after the main suspect passed away. The identity of the suspect has not been disclosed to the public as of now. The closure of this cold case brings a sense of relief to the community and the families affected by the crimes. The …

Second Suspect Identified in 1970 Cold Case Murder of Maryland Teen

Montgomery County, MD – Law enforcement officials have identified a second suspect in the 1970 murder and sexual assault of Anne Arundel County teenager, Pamela Lynn Conyers. The newly named suspect, Donald Willard, originally from Montgomery County, was implicated in the tragic killing of the 16-year-old girl from Glen Burnie. Willard’s connection to the crime came to light following the earlier identification of Forrest Clyde Williams III as the primary suspect in the case. Both …