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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: 10-01082
Date Reported: January 1, 1970
VICTIM DETAILS
Name John Ruger
Age 44
Gender Male
Race Caucasian/White
DOB 01/01/1970
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 1475 12th St E
Palmetto, Florida, 34221
Manatee County
L.E.A Palmetto Police Department, Palmetto, Florida
Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Palmetto Police Department, 941-721-2000.
CCR: 200930876
Date Reported: July 19, 2009
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Samuel Cothran II
Gender Male
Race African American/Black
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location At Large
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 813 NW 7thStreet
#3
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Broward County
L.E.A Hallandale Beach Police Department - Hallandale Beach, Florida
On Sunday, July 19, 2009, at approximately 12:36 P.M., Police Officers responded to 813 NW 7th Street #3 in the city of Hallandale Beach and discovered Samuel Cothran lying on the ground critically injured from a gunshot wound. Samuel later died at Hollywood Memorial Hospital. The investigation revealed that several males were arguing outside of Samuel's apartment. Witnesses stated two unknown black males dressed in dark clothing were observed attempting to pull the door open at Samuel's apartment. A single loud bang consistent with that of a gunshot was then heard. Neighbors then observed Samuel lying on the ground bleeding in front of his apartment door. Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact the Hallandale Beach Police Department, Detective Wissem Mejdoub at 954-457-1436 or 954-457-1400, to remain anonymous, contact Broward Crime Stoppers at (866)-493-8477. You may be eligible for a reward.
CCR: Unknown
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Thad Tigges
Age 33
Gender Male
Race Caucasian/White
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 2955 Newton Street
Denver, Colorado, 80211
Denver County
L.E.A Denver Police Department, Denver, Colorado
Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Denver Police Department at (720) 913-6010.
CCR: 15-156398
Date Reported: December 15, 2015
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Andrew Dixon
Gender Male
Race African American/Black
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 705 WASHINGTON ST
Lake Worth, Florida, 33460
Palm Beach County
L.E.A Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, West Palm Beach, 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 Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office at 561-688-3399
CCR: Unknown
Date Reported: August 13, 2005
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Maurice Nelson
Gender Male
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location Smithfield Avenue
Providence County
L.E.A Pawtucket Police Department, Pawtucket, Rhode Island
On August 13, 2005, officers responded to Smithfield Ave in Pawtucket for a man who had been shot. A witness in the apartment, who was left alive, was ordered to the floor by masked men, who covered the witnesses head. The victim was dragged into another room, beaten and was shot multiple times. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Pawtucket Police Department at (401) 727-9100.
CCR: 07-049901
Date Reported: July 20, 2007
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Edward Tagg
Gender Male
Race Caucasian/White
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 727 E. University Blvd.
Brevard County
L.E.A Melbourne Police Department, Melbourne, Florida
Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Melbourne Police Department at (321) 608-6443.
CCR: 77-056460
Date Reported: April 18, 1977
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Kelly
Gender Male
Race Caucasian/White
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location Okeelanta Farm
Belle Glade, Florida, 33430
Palm Beach County
L.E.A Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, West Palm Beach, 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 Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office at 561-688-3013
CCR: 2007-085827
Date Reported: August 28, 2007
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Kamau Simmons
Gender Male
Race African American/Black
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 1925 Wakulla Way
Orlando, Florida, 32839
Orange County
L.E.A Orange County Sheriff's Office, Orlando, Florida
On August 28th, 2007, at approximately 4:40pm, deputies responded to 1925 Wakulla Way.The victim was found shot to death in his residence. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Orange County Sheriff's office at (407) 836 4357.
CCR: 740368
Date Reported: November 29, 1989
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Kenneth Murray
Gender Male
Race African American/Black
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location At Large
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 340 W 6th St
Jacksonville, Florida, 32206
Duval County
L.E.A Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Jacksonville, Florida
No narrative given by law enforcement. Anyone who has any information about this case, the identity, or location of the suspect(s) is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or email them at JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org. To remain anonymous and receive a possible reward up to $3,000, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.
CCR: Unknown
Date Reported: February 8, 1991
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Thomas Mortin
Gender Male
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Gun/Firearm
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 46 West Shore Road
Washington County
L.E.A North Kingstown Police Department, North Kingstown, Rhode Island
On February 8, 1991, the victim was killed at 46 West Shore Rd, Boone Lake, in Exeter, RI. An investigation revealed that he died as a result of two gunshot wounds to the head. It is believed that he was shot in his driveway outside his residence and dragged inside. The residence was subsequently set on fire. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the North Kingstown Police Department at (401) 294-3311.