Cracking Cold Cases: How PMI Leads Where Others Stall

In Florida and across the nation, cold cases those unresolved mysteries of murder, missing persons, and undetermined deaths linger like unsolved riddles. These cases demand fresh eyes, relentless dedication, and above all, innovation. At Preventative Measures Investigations (PMI), we specialize in what others often avoid. As an independent, professional investigative agency based in Florida, PMI is redefining how cold cases are approached and solved.

A cold case is more than just an old file. It’s a life unresolved. The National Police Foundation defines cold cases as unresolved murders, long-term missing persons, unidentified human remains, or undetermined deaths. What all cold cases share is the absence of closure both for the families involved and for justice itself. The traditional cold case process begins with a meticulous review of the original file: reports, forensic analyses, witness statements, dispatch logs, and any trace of physical evidence. However, many traditional agencies lack the time, specialized training, or resources to revisit these cases thoroughly.

At PMI, we operate outside the limitations faced by traditional law enforcement agencies. We are not a replacement for law enforcement we are a strategic, collaborative force multiplier. What makes us unique is our independence and specialization. We investigate without political pressure or departmental limitations. Our only allegiance is to the truth. Our investigators have completed the Volusia County Sheriff's Office Homicide Death Investigations Course, a rigorous program used by law enforcement to train detectives in major case management. We have also received direct training from the Volusia County Medical Examiner’s Office, enhancing our ability to accurately interpret postmortem findings, forensic pathology, and cause-of-death evidence in our investigations.

Beyond these advanced certifications, our team regularly participates in law enforcement training and continuously hones its skills in forensic interviewing, behavioral analysis, and advanced digital forensics. We maintain access to proprietary databases and investigative tools that are not available to most public agencies, giving us a strategic advantage in identifying leads and drawing connections that others may overlook. We utilize modern forensic testing methods to re-analyze physical evidence, often uncovering critical findings that were previously inaccessible or missed.

PMI is proud to work alongside law enforcement agencies across Florida and beyond. Our role is to complement and enhance their work not compete with it. Our partnerships are rooted in mutual respect and a shared goal: justice. Our independent status allows us to contribute fresh perspectives, mobilize quickly, and pursue leads with the agility that large bureaucracies often lack.

Our cold case methodology is modeled on national best practices but includes proprietary enhancements that make it uniquely effective. Each case begins with a thorough review of all historical documents, media, and physical evidence. We then evaluate what may have been missed or overlooked, determine what can be re-tested using modern technology, and re-develop suspect and witness timelines. Our team conducts renewed victimology surveys and applies behavioral profiling to better understand potential offender patterns. We engage with communities, use open-source intelligence, and sometimes revisit scenes near the anniversary date to uncover missed opportunities. Each case is peer-reviewed internally to ensure no lead is dismissed without justification.

PMI has a proven track record of reigniting cold cases and bringing long-awaited answers to families. Our results stem from a combination of diligence, science, and relentless pursuit of the truth. We believe that every victim deserves justice—no matter how much time has passed.

As we look to the future, PMI remains committed to using the most advanced tools, training, and investigative frameworks to bring resolution to cold cases. Our reputation across Florida and beyond reflects our ability to deliver results where others have hit dead ends. Whether you are a law enforcement agency in need of support or a family member searching for answers, PMI is here to help. Truth never expires and neither does our pursuit of it.