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Cold Cases Database

This database consists of unsolved homicides collected from family submissions, law enforcement submissions, and public records. This database is not part of our advocacy and awareness platform but a separate database for information purposes only. 

Please note: This database is not updated regularly due to cost and manpower. A bug occurred during a recent update and reset many of the dates to January 1, 1970.

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2755 cases found.
CCR: 97-28805
Date Reported: May 13, 1997
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Mary Traversa
Age 43
Gender Female
Race Caucasian/White
DOB 08/21/1953
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location I-4 at W 192
Celebration, Florida, 34747
Osceola
L.E.A Osceola County Sheriff's Office, Kissimmee, Florida
Originally reported as a vehicle fire. Once the fire was put out, the medical examiner called for xrays that found a bullet in the victim.Anyone with any information on this case is encouraged to call the Osceola County Sheriff's Office at 407-742-2275
CCR: 28191
Date Reported: April 12, 1976
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Henry Rouser Jr
Age 35
Gender Male
Race African American/Black
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location At Large
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location Thigpen Landing
Hastings, Florida, 32145
St. Johns County
L.E.A St. Johns County Sheriff's Office, St. Augustine, Florida
Found deceased along with Littlejohn McPherson, both next to a vehicle. Anyone who has any information about this case, the identity, or location of the suspect(s) is asked to contact the St. Johns County Sheriff`s Office at 904-824-8304. To remain anonymous and receive a possible cash reward, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-888-277-TIPS.
CCR: 93-26998
Date Reported: April 6, 1993
VICTIM DETAILS
Name James Thompson
Age 32
Gender Male
Race Caucasian/White
DOB 01/23/1961
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 3939 Washington Blvd.
Sarasota, Florida, 34234
Sarasota County
L.E.A Sarasota County Sheriff's Office, Sarasota, Florida
No narrative given. Anyone who has any information about this case, the identity, or location of the suspect(s) is asked to contact the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office at 941-861-4025
CCR: Unknown
Date Reported: January 10, 1982
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Steve Jernigan
Age 57
Gender Male
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location Old Bartow/Lake Wales Road
Lake Wales, Florida, 33859
Polk County
L.E.A Polk County Sheriff's Office, Winter Haven, Florida
57-year-old Harry Paul “Steve” Jernigan was found in an orange grove off Old Bartow/Lake Wales Rd in Lake Wales on January 10, 1982. He was shot while traveling east on SR 60 towards Lake Wales, and his body was dumped in an orange grove. Jernigan’s car, a 1977 Buick Estate station wagon with Alabama tags was found burned in Hillsborough County. He was in possession of several thousand dollars when he was found. Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit at (863) 298-6379, or send an email to coldcase@polksheriff.org.
CCR: Unknown
Date Reported: January 1, 1970
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Bobby Fields
Age 33
Gender Male
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 1237 22nd Avenue South
St. Petersburg, Florida, 33705
Pinellas County
L.E.A St. Petersburg Police Department, St. Petersburg, Florida
Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the St. Petersburg Police Department at (727) 893-7179.
CCR: 2013-087489
Date Reported: October 6, 2013
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Bazelais Beaudouin
Gender Male
Race African American/Black
DOB 04/09/1995
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 5554 West Colonial Drive
Orlando, Florida, 32808
Orange County
L.E.A Orange County Sheriff's Office, Orlando, Florida
On October 6th, 2013, deputies responded to a shooting in the parking lot of 5554 West Colonial Drive. Upon arrival they discovered the victim, along with another victim, in a vehicle suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Orange County Sheriff's office at (407) 836 4357.
CCR: 73-6711
Date Reported: January 1, 1970
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Ladson Metts
Age 44
Gender Male
Race Caucasian/White
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 13th Avenue SW
Golden Gate Estates
Naples, Florida, 34116
Collier County
L.E.A Collier County Sheriff's Office, Naples, Florida
If anyone has information on this case please contact any of the following offices: Homicide Section Call: 239-252-9300 (24/7) Email: homicide@colliersheriff.org Collier County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center Call: 239-252-9300 (24/7) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers Call: 1-800-780-TIPS (1-800-780-8477) (24/7)
CCR: 2019-460786
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Robert Berry
Age 46
Gender Male
Race African American/Black
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 5303 Joe King Road
Plant City, Florida, 33567
Hillsborough County
L.E.A Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Tampa, Florida
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Homicide Unit at (813) 247-8660. To remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward call Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 873-TIPS (8477).
CCR: Unknown
Date Reported: February 21, 1997
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Enrique Ortiz
Age 46
Gender Male
Race Hispanic/Latino
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 305 Snively Avenue
Eloise, Florida, 33880
Polk County
L.E.A Polk County Sheriff's Office, Winter Haven, Florida
The victim Enrique Flores Ortiz was found on February 21, 1997, in the parking lot of Allen's Discount Beverage in the Eloise area of Winter Haven. The victim had been shot in the upper chest. This incident is believed to be drug-related. Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit at (863) 298-6379, or send an email to coldcase@polksheriff.org.Or to remain anonymous and be eligible for a CASH REWARD contact Heartland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-TIPS (8477).
CCR: Unknown
Date Reported: January 1, 1970
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Emory Carroll
Age 46
Gender Male
Race Caucasian/White
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 3558 Shore Drive
parking lot of Chesapeake House on the Bay
Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23455
L.E.A Virginia Beach Police Department, Virginia Beach, Virginia
On Tuesday, October 25, 1988 at approximately 5:00 pm, Police were dispatched to the parking lot of Chesapeake House on the Bay located at 3558 Shore Drive where several gunshots were heard. Police discovered the body of Emory Eli Carroll lying next to his blue 1975 Ford Van parked in front of this condominium building. Mr. Carroll was still holding his car keys when he was shot several times in the head. Rescue had pronounced him deceased at the scene. Mr. Carroll’s body was transported to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy. The manner of death was ruled a homicide. Mr. Carroll was a 46 year old white male who had gray hair, hazel eyes, 5’ 8’’ tall weighing 185 pounds.