DecadesOld Archives

Decades-Old Mystery Solved: Teen ‘Midtown Jane Doe’ Identified Encased in Concrete in New York City

New York City, NY – After nearly two decades, the mysterious case of the unidentified girl discovered dead encased in concrete in 2003 has finally been solved. The victim, known as “Midtown Jane Doe,” was recently identified as Patricia Kathleen McGlone, as reported by WNBC. Through DNA analysis of a relative who perished in the 9/11 attacks, investigators were able to make the connection, shedding light on a long-standing cold case. The teenage girl’s remains …

Decades-Old Murder Trial Sparked Passion and Intrigue in Aurora

Aurora, Illinois – In the lead-up to a high-profile murder trial in 1925, Dr. H.S. Hulbert expressed concerns about receiving threats as he prepared to counter arguments that the accused, Warren Lincoln, was not mentally impaired when he committed the heinous crime. Lincoln, a lawyer and florist, stood accused of killing his wife and her brother, though he pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity. The impending trial was expected to be a battle of …

Decades-Old Cold Case in New Bedford Solved after Key Witness Reveals Killer’s True Identity

New Bedford, Massachusetts – The Bristol County District Attorney’s Office announced on Monday that a 32-year-old cold case has been solved, revealing that the identified killer was shot and killed during a robbery in 2006. The victim, 20-year-old Brent Davis, was killed at the Brickenwood Housing Project in New Bedford back in 1991. It was revealed that the shooting was due to a drug dispute. Investigators were able to create a sketch of the suspect, …

Investigating Cold Cases: Tools used to Crack Decades-old Murders in Lake County

TAVARES, Fla. – New techniques and technology are being utilized to help solve old murder cases in Lake County. With the use of advanced forensics and DNA analysis, authorities hope to bring closure to families and justice to victims. Cold cases, dating back several years, are being revisited with the help of modern tools and methods. The development of forensic genealogy has become an important tool in identifying suspects in these long-unsolved cases. By comparing …

Founders of Crime-Fighting Nonprofit Solve Decades-Old Cold Case Through DNA Technology & Philanthropy

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – A nonprofit organization called Project Justice has been working on solving cold cases in Las Vegas by raising funds for a private investigative DNA lab called Othram. This organization has made significant progress in solving crimes using DNA and forensic genealogy, such as the 1989 unsolved murder of 14-year-old Stephanie Isaacson. The brainchild behind Project Justice, Justin Woo, discovered Othram in Houston, Texas in 2020, while they were doing community work …

Authorities Solve Decades-Old Cold-Case Murder After Tracking Down “Person of Interest” Who Committed Suicide

Jacksonville, Florida authorities have solved a cold-case murder after finally tracking down “person of interest” Robert Richard Van Pelt, who had already died by suicide. The victim, 38-year-old Annie Mae Ernest, was found murdered in an open area in the 1100 block of Market Street on Sept. 9, 1985. Initially, investigators had found a person of interest named “Robert Vance,” who was believed to be one of the last individuals to have communicated with Ernest …

Toronto Police Solve Decades-Old Homicide Case Using DNA Testing and Identify Suspect

Toronto, Canada – Toronto police have made a significant breakthrough in a decades-old homicide case. The case involves the death of 47-year-old Kevin McBride, who was found murdered in his apartment in Scarborough in 1982. McBride, originally from Australia, was a well-loved member of the Toronto community known for selling art. He lived alone and was not involved in criminal activities. His murder had remained unsolved for over 40 years, until recent advancements in forensic …