Cold cases are gaining more attention than ever thanks to a new website, said Virginia State Police (VSP).
Sunday marks the National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims. There is hope amongst law enforcement that the online platform will add another spark to get people thinking about these unsolved cases.
The website, which is available to the public, was developed to help investigators and local law enforcement in soliciting tips on unsolved cases throughout the state.
The searchable database features information, photographs, and contact information for unsolved homicides, unidentified persons, and missing person cases that have remained unsolved for at least five years according to VSP.
Colonel Gary T. Settle, Virginia State Police Superintendent, said in a press release:
"There really is no such thing as a ‘cold’ case. Virginia law enforcement agencies continue to pursue unresolved investigations until justice is rendered for the victim and that victim’s family. Unfortunately, some cases simply take longer than others to achieve that end goal of an arrest and closure.”
The database is an effort to speed up the process and reach out to anyone with information.
“This website gives every unsolved case worldwide reach and we are hopeful that it will generate new tips and quality leads for Virginia’s law enforcement agencies to pursue,” Settle said.
If you or anyone you know have information regarding a current cold case, you can visit the website here.