Cold Case Investigations
Unsolved Homicide & Cold Case Investigations
The Global Intelligence Bureau is committed to helping families obtain answers in cases involving unsolved homicides, suspicious deaths, and long-standing cold cases. An unresolved homicide represents more than the absence of justice—it leaves families without closure, clarity, or peace. When a loved one’s death remains unexplained, the emotional toll can be overwhelming.
Even the most capable law enforcement agencies encounter limitations. Witnesses relocate or stop cooperating, evidence degrades or is mishandled, jurisdictional barriers arise, and investigative leads eventually go cold. In many cases, investigations are suspended—not because the truth is unattainable, but because resources and new perspectives are exhausted.
When this occurs, an independent homicide investigation can provide the fresh analysis and renewed momentum necessary to move a case forward.
Independent Cold Case Review
When law enforcement has reached an impasse, engaging a licensed private investigator offers an objective reassessment of the facts. Our investigators conduct due-diligent case reviews, re-examine evidence, identify overlooked details, and generate new leads through comprehensive intelligence-gathering techniques.
We work closely with the victim’s family, providing regular updates, transparency, and clear communication throughout the investigation. Our role is not to replace law enforcement, but to support the pursuit of truth through independent analysis and lawful investigative work.
According to the FBI, fewer than half of violent crimes result in arrest and prosecution.
Jurisdictional Flexibility
Law enforcement agencies are constrained by jurisdictional boundaries and inter-agency communication challenges. When a suspect leaves a state—or a country—cases often stall. Private investigators are not limited to a single jurisdiction. We are able to lawfully pursue leads across state lines and internationally, while coordinating with law enforcement when actionable intelligence is developed.
Comprehensive Victimology
A cornerstone of every unsolved homicide investigation is comprehensive victimology. Our investigators build a detailed profile of the victim, including:
Understanding the victim’s life often reveals motives, opportunities, and connections that lead to new investigative avenues.
Identifying and Developing Human Sources
In nearly every violent crime, someone knows something. Witnesses may be reluctant to speak with police due to fear, mistrust, or personal involvement. Because private investigators have no arrest powers or enforcement authority, witnesses are often more willing to speak openly with us.
Our investigators are experienced in developing rapport with human sources, locating individuals who were previously overlooked, and conducting interviews that elicit meaningful, verifiable information.
Verified Intelligence & Case Development
As licensed investigators, we have access to verified investigative databases and intelligence resources comparable to those used by law enforcement. We cross-reference data, conduct background investigations on relevant individuals, and identify behavioral or historical risk factors that may be critical to an unsolved homicide.
When appropriate, our findings are prepared for law enforcement review to support further investigative action, including suspect identification or apprehension. We have collaborated with police agencies in prior cases to assist in advancing stalled investigations toward resolution.
Professional, Empathetic Investigators
We understand that families pursuing answers in a homicide investigation are experiencing profound grief. Our investigators approach these matters with professional sensitivity, discretion, and respect. At the conclusion of an investigation, families receive comprehensive reports and clear recommendations outlining findings and potential next steps.
Our investigators are also experienced in providing expert testimony in both civil and criminal proceedings when required. As independent third-party professionals, our testimony carries an additional layer of objectivity and credibility.
Service Areas
The Global Intelligence Bureau conducts unsolved homicide and cold case investigations throughout:
If your loved one has been the victim of an unsolved homicide or suspicious death, you do not have to accept unanswered questions. We invite you to contact The Global Intelligence Bureau for a confidential consultation to discuss how an independent investigation may help bring clarity, accountability, and closure.
