Cold Cases

The worst fear of any case is becoming cold. Cold cases refer to the crimes that remain unsolved for weeks, years or even decades.


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Steven Lawson, Joseph Lawson, and Brooks Houck
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Suffolk Co DA Ray Tierney shows photos at a press conference
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Adnan Syed walks with his mother.
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Edrick Faust
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Michael Bates Jr.
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John Carter walks out of courtroom after sentencing.
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Could David Swift Walk Free?

David Swift's defense presents a motion to dismiss, arguing that the statute of limitations expired prior to the indictment. More

July 2, 2024

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FL v. Malarik: The Winn Dixie Murder

When Sherri Malarik was found dead in a Winn Dixie parking lot, suspicion fell on her husband Greg. 20 years later, a former lover's confession... More

July 1, 2024

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Rachel Morin's family join Court TV after authorities announced they arrested Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez in connection to her murder. Morin, 37, was last seen after going for a walk. Her body was found the following day.
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John Walsh speaking at CrimeCon on June 1, 2024. (Court TV)
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