Michigan State Police added online resources to help the public search unsolved crimes and share information with investigators. The dedicated webpages highlight selected cold cases on the state police website.
"Adding online resources was a logical next step to continue the success we have seen from our specialized Cold Case units and investigative college programs across Michigan," said Col. James F. Grady II, director of the MSP. "Though it may take longer than we would like to get answers for living loved ones, we never stop trying."
The September announcement coincides with National Cold Case Month, which draws attention to unresolved homicides, missing persons, and unidentified persons cases. The MSP currently has approximately 200 open incidents statewide, with 11 posted on michigan.gov/ColdCases. Each entry is sorted by region and includes a case summary.
Kelly Hodges, a Criminal Intelligence Analyst at the Cold Case Unit, said investigators selected cases with family approval. "We are actively soliciting tips in hopes closing cases, but we think it is equally important to show that we have not forgotten the victims," Hodges said.
The public can submit tips using a form on the webpage or by emailing MSP-ColdCase@michigan.gov.