Innovative Forensic Investigations

08/04/2025

https://northernvirginiamag.com/news/2025/08/04/fairfax-county-police-identify-victim-in-1972-cold-case/

Over 50 years later, detectives on the cold case squad have identified a young John Doe as Carl Matthew Bryant.

10/09/2024

At IFI, collaboration drives our success. Every case we work is a testament to the power of teamwork. We’re grateful for our partnerships that help us combine expertise and provide long-awaited answers. Together, we make a difference.

Find out more about our services at www.innovativeforensic.com.

10/05/2024

If you haven’t seen it yet our good friend Jon Smith is featured in a new Netflix Series

“Into the Fire: The Lost Daughter” chronicles crimes committed by a man with ties to Norfolk. It features the work of Norfolk Cold Case Detective Jon Smith

10/04/2024

Check out our good friend Chris McMullin's new show coming to Oxygen this fall.

The 10-episode docuseries hosted by Lt. Chris McMullin premieres on Saturday, Oct. 26.

10/02/2024

Great interview with Dave MacNeil.

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of David MacNeil, a police detective in Watertown, Massachusetts. Stop data brokers from exposing your personal ...

10/01/2024

This October, we stand in solidarity with those affected by breast cancer.

We honor the strength and resilience of survivors, those currently fighting, and the families who have been impacted. Let's continue to raise awareness, show support, and work together toward a future without breast cancer. 💗

09/18/2024

Happy National Forensic Science Week!

🔬Investigative genetic genealogy (IGG) continues to expand what's possible with cold case investigations. It is leading to more solved cases and family answers than ever before. 🧬

As we celebrate National Forensic Science Week, we're looking forward to the advancements that will make IGG even more impactful in the years to come.

09/16/2024

09/13/2024

At IFI, we leverage our expertise in law enforcement, legal processes, investigations, forensic science, and investigative genetic genealogy to guide your case from start to finish.

With strict protocols and security standards in place, we ensure that your case is handled with the utmost care and protection throughout the entire process.

Find out more at www.innovativeforensic.com.

09/11/2024

On this day, we remember the lives forever changed by the tragic events of 9/11. As we reflect, we are reminded of the importance of community, unity, and remembrance.

09/02/2024

As we honor workers across all industries, we're especially grateful for the relentless efforts of genealogists, researchers, law enforcement, and our partners who help bring answers to families and justice to communities.

Thank you for your dedication, and here's to the continued impact we make together!

08/26/2024

Jane Alcoa Doe 2003

"I don't need a great deal of love, just a steady supply" was written on the front of her tank top when she was found on March 25, 2003, in Alcoa, Tennessee. Read her story at the link below. If you have further information, please contact the Alcoa Police Department (Tennessee) at 1-865-981-4111.

Missing From: Blount County, TN. Missing Date: March 25, 2003. An unidentified female was found on March 25, 2003 in Alcoa, Tennessee. The female's skeletal remains were found along a creek in a small wooded area off Cusick Road near the Knoxville airport. It is estimated that she had been deceased....