Cold Case Training Solutions
Expert homicide investigation consulting and training for agencies committed to bringing closure to families and justice to communities
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Expert homicide investigation consulting and training for agencies committed to bringing closure to families and justice to communities
Request a ConsultationFor the families, an open murder never goes away. The crux of being a homicide detective is understanding that we answer to the victim and the people they loved. We are not here to judge, point fingers or take credit, but to use the experience we have gained to help solve open murders wherever we are called.
With 22 years of service as a Chicago Police Officer, including 16 years as a homicide detective, Mike Hammond brings a wealth of real-world investigative experience to departments facing the challenge of mounting cold case backlogs.
For eight years of his career, Mike specialized in cold case homicides, developing the expertise and investigative approaches that can breathe new life into stalled investigations. Mike and his team at CCTS understand the unique challenges small and medium-sized departments face—limited resources, competing priorities, and the need for specialized knowledge that may not exist within current staff.
Cold Case Training Solutions was founded on a simple principle: every unsolved homicide represents a family waiting for answers and a community waiting for justice. CCTS is committed to sharing there extensive street experience with departments across the country to assist in bringing closure to their open cases.
Comprehensive review and analysis of unsolved homicide cases. We examine evidence, investigative reports, witness statements, and case files with fresh perspective and decades of experience to identify new leads and investigative opportunities.
Strategic assessment of cold case portfolios to help departments prioritize cases based on solvability factors, available evidence, and resource allocation. We provide actionable recommendations for moving cases forward.
Customized training programs for detectives and department staff, covering cold case investigation techniques, evidence preservation and analysis, interview strategies, case management, and modern forensic approaches.
Available for law enforcement conferences, training seminars, and professional development events. Drawing from real cases and decades of experience, We deliver engaging presentations on cold case investigation, homicide detective work, and building successful investigative programs.
Direct involvement in active investigations at the department's request. From initial case review through active investigation, we work alongside your team to pursue leads, conduct interviews, and build prosecutable cases.
Support through the entire prosecution process when requested, including case preparation, evidence presentation, witness coordination, and expert testimony to help ensure successful prosecution.
For departments seeking comprehensive support, we offer end-to-end assistance from initial case analysis all the way through prosecution, providing the specialized expertise needed at every stage of the investigation.
Two decades of homicide investigation experience, including specialized cold case work in a major metropolitan department
An outside expert brings objectivity and can identify details and connections that may have been overlooked in initial investigations
Services tailored to your department's specific needs and budget, from case review to full investigation support
Work alongside your team to build investigative capacity and share knowledge that strengthens your department's long-term capabilities
In addition to providing cold case training and consulting services, Mike Hammond hosts The Detective Story, a podcast exploring real homicide investigations, cold case work, and the realities of detective work from someone who has lived it.
Through candid conversations and real case insights, the podcast offers law enforcement professionals, true crime enthusiasts, and aspiring investigators an authentic look into the world of homicide investigation.
Whether you're a detective looking to learn from real-world experiences or simply interested in understanding the complexities of solving homicides, The Detective Story provides valuable perspective from the front lines of cold case investigation.
Join Mike as he shares stories, insights, and lessons learned from over two decades of homicide investigation work.
Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms.
Visit The Detective StoryEvery unsolved case represents a family waiting for answers and a community seeking justice. If your department is struggling with cold case backlogs or needs expert consultation on complex homicide investigations, we're here to help.
Cold Case Training Solutions offers initial consultations to discuss your department's specific needs and how our experience can help bring resolution to your community's unsolved cases.
Serving law enforcement agencies across the United States