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Cold case investigation

Our multidisciplinary teams of former law enforcement, forensic scientists, medical personnel, investigative genetic genealogists, and other disciplines give cold cases a fresh look.

Image of Richard Billmayer, who went missing in Ogden, Utah, in 1997. His case was reexamined by the Cold Case Coalition in 2026 and Ogden Police Department gained a full confession from his killer, Richard Annis.

Cold case investigations

 

We often assign a case or group of cases to a “working group.” These groups typically have anywhere from two to six members. The groups study the case, prepare timelines, evaluate next steps, and basically “work” the case from scratch. Then we create a final report and recommendations to deliver to the appropriate law enforcement agency.

 

Special projects

 

We often need limited-time assistance on projects and may turn to project volunteers of varying degrees of skill level or expertise, depending on project needs. These projects may include:

 

  • Cold case inventory research

  • Records requests

  • Photographing or filming a crime scene

  • Video or audio editing

  • Interviewing experts

  • Providing local transportation

  • Assisting with social media campaigns

  • Other initiatives

 

Subject matter experts

 

Some of our volunteers have a particular skill set or experience and can help us understand evidence or help with operations. This might include medical, legal, metallurgical, audiovisual, fundraising, or other expertise.

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