Since 1980, the United States has accumulated more than 185,000 unsolved homicides, not to mention the thousands of family members wanting resolution. From 1993 to 2009 the number of murders steadily dropped from 24,530 to 13,636 while the clearance rate remained around 66-67%. Despite the significant decline in murders police have been unable to improve solve rates. In October 2010 we published our book "Cold Cases: An Evaluation Model with Follow-up Strategies for Investigators" through CRC Press. This book provides an evidence based model for evaluating cold cases and then outlines follow-up strategies for the investigators.
In 2006, approximately 836,131 persons were listed as missing, many of which were runaways who were not the victim of violence or a criminal act. However, families and loved ones of both missing persons and homicide victims are left with little or no answers as to what happened and why while law enforcement, inspite of their valiant efforts, are no closer to resolving the situation.
Our firm has the background and knowledge to help you through all this by providing specialized expertise that will assist you and the investigative agencies involved.
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Cold Cases: An Evaluation Model with Follow-up Strategies for Investigators (Advances in Police Theory and Practice)
