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April 6, 2026 | By: Jasen Mata This story is part of a collaborative project between Project: Cold Case and the University of North Florida’s Applied Journalism class. From the outside, Devonte Jenkins was rugged and tough, with tattoos and gold grills in his mouth. On the inside, he was caring, loving, and a devoted father.“If you just went by his outer aesthetic, with face tattoos and gold grills in his mouth, you wouldn’t think that he was loving,” Devonte’s aunt, Tenesha Denmark, said...

Believed to havein northern California from 1968 to 1969, thehas remained unknown since his first murders: the shooting of a teenage couple. When another couple was shot in 1969 (this time one of the victims survived), the killer called the police to take responsibility for both crimes. He also wrote taunting letters to newspapers. The letters often began with the words “This is the Zodiac speaking” and ended with a symbol resembling the crosshairs of a gunsight. Those newspapers published...

December 5, 1945 – The Bermuda Triangle You know how some mysteries just stick with you? The kind that keeps people up at night, spawning countless theories and documentaries? Well, let me tell you about one that happened back in 1945, and honestly, we're still no closer to solving it today than we were back then. What Actually Happened It was a pretty normal day at Fort Lauderdale Naval Air Station in Florida. Five TBM Avenger torpedo bombers collectively known as Flight 19 took off...

You know what's wild? We can send rockets to Mars, decode DNA, and build computers that fit in our pockets, but we still can't figure out what happened to one of the world's greatest ancient civilizations. I'm talking about the Indus Valley Civilization, and honestly, their disappearance is one of the most baffling archaeological mysteries out there. A Civilization Lost to Time Picture this: Around 2500 BCE, while the Egyptians were building pyramids and the Mesopotamians were developing...

The DNA Doe Project has begun work on a new case in partnership with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. More details here:Description: On June 20, 1987, the decomposing remains of a woman were located in a remote area of Fremont County, Colorado. Authorities estimate she had been dead for about a year, and was 25-40 years old at the time of her death. They estimate she was 5’5” tall, and weighed 115 lbs. She wore blue jeans and a blue leather jacket, western boots, an emerald and...

‼️MISSING‼️ The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Zaniya “Princess” Davis, who was reported missing from Boston, Massachusetts on October 4, 2025. At about 8:30 PM, officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a call for a missing juvenile from her home in the Dorchester area. Davis was last seen earlier in the day at approximately 12:00 PM. She is described as a Black female, about 5’2” tall, weighing approximately 138...

Amongst other things, the Windy City is famous for its iconic skyline, delicious deep-dish pizza, and thriving blues and jazz scene. However, beneath the surface of the bustling metropolis that is Chicago lies a chilling mystery. Over the last two decades, over fifty women have been found strangled in the city’s abandoned buildings and alleyways, nearly all of them women of color. Despite the striking similarities among the cases, the Chicago police refuse to entertain the idea that these...

Two-year-old Diane Prevost played in the sand in Grundy Lake Provincial Park in Ontario, staying far away from the lake’s edge, while her father fished on the dock on September 17, 1966. Diane’s siblings had no problem with the water, unlike Diane, who was terrified of it. They continued splashing around in the lake.After a while, Diane asked her father if she could go to the family’s trailer at the campsite, around 500 feet (152 meters) from the lake. Her father said he would take her but...

🎯 MODULE 1: FOUNDATIONS OF INVESTIGATION Essential Skills Every Detective Needs LESSON 1.1: The Investigative Mindset Duration: 30 minutes | Prerequisites: None Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: Identify the key mental qualities of effective investigators Develop systematic thinking approaches to complex problems Apply objective analysis techniques to avoid common biases Demonstrate ethical decision-making in investigation scenarios The Professional...

Master the Skills of Professional Investigation 📚 WELCOME TO INVESTIGATION TECHNIQUES This section is your comprehensive training academy for developing professional-grade investigationskills. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced researcher looking to refine yourtechniques, you'll find structured learning paths, detailed tutorials, and hands-on exercises to elevate yourinvestigative abilities. What You'll Learn: Research Methodologies - Systematic approaches to...

Introduction In the realm of crime investigation and court proceedings, the power of visualcannot be overstated. Theand meticulous documentation of crime scenes, accidents, and physical evidence forms the foundation ofphotography. This specialized form of photography, often called forensic imagery or criminal photography, is pivotal in gathering essential evidence to make or break legal cases. But what is forensic photography? In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricacies...

Amateur detective Welcome to the intriguing world of amateur detective work, where every clue holds a secret and every mystery begs to be solved. In this in-depth guide, we will take you on a journey to discover the captivating realm of amateur detective work. By exploring the benefits, providing essential tips and advice, and offering a step-by-step approach, our aim is to ignite your passion for this thrilling hobby and guide you towards practicing it with enthusiasm. So, sharpen your...

We are seeking Volunteers to help with posting Missing Persons, posting Cold Cases /Active Cases and more. If you are interested in a section, reply to this post here and tell us what section you would like to help with and we will get you setup with the resources we use to gather the cases. We Thank God that you are here to help as the cases are overwhelming at times and more than wed can post in a day.

When posting Cold Cases here please follow this guide as close as possible to ensure respect for the Families and all others involved. September 25, 2019 By Cold case statistics paint a bleak picture with an even bleaker outlook, if trends persist. An estimated 242,000 unresolved homicides occurred in the United States from 1980 to 2016.Overall, roughly 40 percent of the homicides in the United States are unsolved. The clearance rate for homicides plunged from 78.3 percent in 1975 to...

The right Investigation techniques can improve the overall quality of an investigation. They can help investigators organise the whole process and ensure all details have been taken into account. Investigation techniques focus on how to collect the right type of evidence and how to have the right plan before the investigation even starts. They can help analyze incidents and the information collected. These techniques can be applied to multiple types of investigations including financial...

The 1947 murder of a 22-year-old Hollywood hopeful in Los Angeles has never been solved. On the morning of January 15, 1947, a mother taking her child for a walk in a Los Angeles neighborhood stumbled upon a gruesome sight: the body of a young naked woman sliced clean in half at the waist. The body was just a few feet from the sidewalk and posed in such a way that the mother reportedly thought it was a mannequin at first glance. Despite the extensive mutilation and cuts on the body, there...

Alcatraz Escape Aerial view of Alcatraz Island in January 1932. The island was used as a maximum security federal prison from 1934 to 1963. View of the interior of the Alcatraz Island prison in 1986, looking south from the third level guard station with cell block B on the left and cell block C on the right. Library of Congress photograph. In its heyday, it was the ultimate maximum security prison. Located on a lonely island in the middle of San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz—aka “The...

Core Concept "Mystery Collective" - A community-driven platform where members collaborate to investigateunsolved mysteries, cold cases, and puzzles through structured investigation processes. Unique Value Proposition... Collaborative Investigation: Multiple minds working together on complex cases Structured Approach: Organized evidence tracking and theory building Educational Focus: Learning real investigation techniques Community Recognition: Gamified system for contributions and...