Cold Case Symposium

A first-of-its-kind event that bridges those crucial gaps preventing unsolved cases from getting the attention and justice they need.

[Light The Way @LightTheWay22]

So honored to be here for day 2 of the 2025 Cold Case Symposium in Arizona!

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#realcrime #missing #unresolved

[Light The Way @LightTheWay22]

Good morning from the 2025 Cold Case Symposium! So honored to be representing the families of the Gabby Petito Foundation and Light The Way Missing Persons Advocacy Project💛💜

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[Cold Case Symposium @case_symposium]

Join Cassie Harvey, Kate Fox, and Wi-Bwa Grey from ASU's ROVV Lab to discuss research on Missing and Murdered Indigenous People, blending insights, survivor stories, and community solutions.

Don't miss this: https://t.co/6utvcQxpoo
#ColdCaseSymposium #CCS2025

[Cold Case Symposium @case_symposium]

Join us at the 2025 #ColdCaseSymposium to hear Debbie Boyd, a trauma-informed advocate, share her powerful 15-year fight for justice for her daughter, Christie Wilson. Don't miss this impactful story!
👉 Save your seat: https://t.co/6utvcQxXdW #CCS2025

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Shayna Richard, founder of @light_the_way_22, is a credentialed victim advocate who collaborates with law enforcement to give families a stronger voice.

Learn more about her work at the 2025 #ColdCaseSymposium
👉 Tickets: https://t.co/6utvcQxXdW
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Join Holly Marie at the 2025 #ColdCaseSymposium as she shares her journey of survival and her mission to advocate for the missing and unidentified. She aims to bring hope to families still seeking answers. 👉 Register now: https://t.co/6utvcQxpoo #CCS2025

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After years with Phoenix PD investigating missing persons, Stuart Somershoe has become a nationally recognized exper Today, he advocates for families of the missing. 📅 Join him at the #ColdCaseSymposium! 👉 Register: https://t.co/6utvcQxXdW #CCS2025

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From tribal prosecutor to DNA expert, Mark Pooley helps solve missing persons cases while uplifting Indigenous voices. Hear his perspective on October 16-17 at the 2025 #ColdCaseSymposium.
👉 Register: https://t.co/6utvcQxpoo
#CCS2025

[Cold Case Symposium @case_symposium]

After losing her daughter Gabby, Nichole Schmidt leads the Gabby Petito Foundation to prevent DV + support families. Don’t miss hearing her story and vision at the 2025 #ColdCaseSymposium.
👉 Register: https://t.co/6utvcQxpoo
#CCS2025

[Cold Case Symposium @case_symposium]

After her brother went missing, Loren O’Keeffe founded The Missed Foundation to support 80+ families across Australia. Hear her journey at this year's #ColdCaseSymposium.
👉 Register: https://t.co/6utvcQxpoo
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Former CPA turned Phoenix PD Cold Case Sgt., @TroyHillma37986, helped solve hundreds of homicides. Hear his insights at the 2025 #ColdCaseSymposium on October 16-17.
👉 Register: https://t.co/6utvcQxpoo
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[Cold Case Symposium @case_symposium]

Locate International CEO + retired UK detective Mark Greenhalgh pushes for persistence + compassion in cases of missing persons. Hear him at the 2025 #ColdCaseSymposium.
👉 Register: https://t.co/6utvcQxpoo
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Honored to welcome Valaura Imus-Nahsonhoya (Hopi), AZ’s MMIP Coordinator, advocate, and trainer, driving change for Indigenous communities. Hear her on 10/16-17 at the 2025 #ColdCaseSymposium.
👉 Register: https://t.co/6utvcQxXdW
#CCS2025

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Victim advocate + founder of True Crime Research Training, @haleygrayresearch champions compassionate storytelling in true crime. Don’t miss her at the year's #ColdCaseSymposium on October 16-17.
👉 Register: https://t.co/6utvcQxXdW
#CCS2025

[Lauren Weidner, Ph.D., D-ABFE @DrLaurenWeidner]

@ASUNewCollege will be hosting the upcoming #coldcasesymposium next month! Attendance is virtual or in person. Please consider attending to show your support for families and learn more about cold cases in the US. @case_symposium https://t.co/lt2nZuyjp2

[Cold Case Symposium @case_symposium]

The 2025 Cold Case Symposium is heading to Arizona State University this fall!
Join families, experts, and investigators as we explore solutions, share stories, and advocate for unsolved cases.
🗓 October 16–17, 2025
➡️ Learn more and register today: https://t.co/6utvcQxpoo

[Bethany Hasel 💚 #FindVladek 💚 @FocusN13]

Please join the family of Bryan “Vladek” Hasel for a Candlelight Vigil as they raise awareness for the 3 year anniversary of his disappearance. 🕯️

Let’s gather in reflection and hope as we stand together in the search for Vladek.

📍 Location: University of Central Florida, 4000 Central Florida Blvd, Orlando
🗓️ Date: Saturday, November 16th
⏰ Time: 6 PM EST
📌 Meet at: The Reflecting Pond
🚗 Parking: Available in Garage A

Unable to attend? Join the family in solidarity online by lighting a candle and posting a picture on social media using #TeamVladek and #FindVladek

🕯️Help shine a light on Vladek’s story as we continue to search for answers 💚

For any questions feel free to reach out to the family directly: [email protected]

#FindVladek #TeamVladek #TogetherWeCan

Thank you Brandie @evaporate2021 for making this flyer 🙏

[Cold Case Symposium @case_symposium]

It was an honor to have you speak at our Cold Case Symposium!

[charlie shunick @grrrlcharlie]

Just a few early pictures from @case_symposium hosted by @projectcoldcase and Purdue University.

[Jance's Mom @jancesmom]

@FocusN13 @case_symposium Thank you Bethany for including my so, #JanceVarela.

[Bethany Hasel 💚 #FindVladek 💚 @FocusN13]

I’m so grateful to have attended the @case_symposium this year, learning new ways to fight for answers for Vladek’s case and many others. Knowing that my family and others have access to these tools and support systems is empowering, and I left with a renewed determination to keep pushing forward 🙏

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