The third edition of the Cold Case Deck
Connecticut Department of Correction
In Connecticut, investigators hope so. That's why the Cold Case Unit and the Department of Correction have developed cold case playing cards to be distributed to inmates everywhere in the state's correctional system.
Each of the 52 cards in a deck features a picture, as well as details of a homicide or missing-persons case. A card also "lists telephone, mail and email contacts inmates can use to supply information," according to a news release from the Division of Criminal Justice. The third edition of the cards is now available to prisoners.
"Cold case playing cards are a valuable tool assisting investigators working to solve these difficult cases and achieve justice for the victims of these crimes and their families," said Chief State's Attorney Kevin T. Kane.
"I applaud and thank the Department of Correction for its continued support of this successful initiative and its continued active involvement in cold case investigations," he said.
"It is all about the victims and their families," Interim Correction Commissioner Scott Semple said. "The faces on these cards are someone's mother, father, sister, brother, wife, husband or child. Any tip, or lead, might be the missing piece to solving a case and bringing resolution to a victim's loved ones."
But are the cards successful at helping solve crime? The numbers say yes. Since the first two decks were released, arrests have been made in nine homicide cases featured on the cards, according to the release.
"The success of the Cold Case Cards underscores the importance of cooperation among all facets of the law enforcement community," Semple said. "The Department of Correction is proud to assist in whatever way possible in helping to bring justice to the victims of crime."
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