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Re: Who murdered Holly Brannigan? (cold case from 1970's)

Have any cases in your community gone “cold” or unsolved?

by Ricksoc67

Mar 1, 2009 9:39 PM

Coming up on the 30th Anniversary of Holly's murder and my 30th reunion of FHS, I felt compelled to respond. I knew Holly and Sean, and lived close by. Not sure I can add much to the investigation, but after reading all that was posted, to let people know that the family is not forgotten. My heart and prayers go out to Mr. Branigan for the pain he has endured for all these years. I have thought long about this and can only pray that their is some kind of closure for him at 90. To live... more >

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Featured Forum Post

Re: Who murdered Holly Brannigan? (cold case from 1970's)

Have any cases in your community gone “cold” or unsolved?

Have any cases in your community gone “cold” or unsolved?

What happens when a killer gets away with murder? Cold Case Files: THE MOST INFAMOUS CASES explores ten confounding cases on DVD.

Inspired Stories

In the course of producing more than one hundred episodes of Cold Case Files, the show has made an impact on viewers. Offering inspiration for investigators and hope for families of victims who never thought their cases would be solved. Read and watch some of those stories. Tell us what you think.

Meet Bill Kurtis

Learn more about Cold Case Files' producer and host Bill Kurtis. Tell us what you think about this unique and talented man.

Should a police officer investigate a murder case involving a family member or friend?

Should the state be allowed to prosecute a murder case without a body?

Should there be a statute of limitations of 25 years on murder?

Should police be able to demand a DNA sample from any individual in a homicide investigation?

The Innocent Project is a national litigation and public policy organization dedicated to exonerating wrongfully convicted people though DNA testing and reforming the criminal justice system to prevent future injustice. Check out our Web Exclusives for more about the Innocence Project.

Should a paroled killer be allowed to retain custody of his children?

Should police be allowed to question juveniles without an attorney present?

Should law enforcement be required to maintain a national databank containing the DNA of all unidentified bodies?

Do you think a national task force should be formed to investigate unsolved cases involving the Ku Klux Klan?

Should states be required to provide crisis counseling for the families of violent crime victims?

Should police be required to obtain permission from the victim's family before reopening a cold case?

How can parents best protect their children from abductors?

Would requiring convicted felons to register their genetic profiles be a violation of their rights?

Do you think police should be allowed to detain a suspect until DNA tests are completed?

Do you think serial sex offenders can be rehabilitated?

Should states require autopsies in all fire deaths?

Should engaged couples be granted spousal immunity from testifying against each other?

Should police protection be required by law for informants?

Should hypnosis induced testimony be considered admissible evidence in a court of law?

Should police be allowed to force suspects to provide DNA samples?

Should police be allowed to go undercover to obtain a discarded sample of a person's DNA?

Should police be required to recover a body before bringing murder charges?

What should the criminal penalty be for a mother who abandons a stillborn infant?

Do you have any solved cold cases in your area?

Should those convicted of murder ever be eligible for parole?

Should jailhouse informants receive reduced sentences for helping to solve other crimes?

Should police departments be given more resources to re-open cold cases?

Should members of the military be tried in a criminal or military court when charged with murdering a civilian?

Should men convicted of solicitation be required to register with a DNA databank?

Is the testimony of one eyewitness enough to try someone for murder?

Do you think all shooting deaths should be classified as murder?

Do you have any information about The Original Night Stalker case?

What should be the criteria for opening a case that's turned 'cold'?

Do current federal state laws provide adequate protection from identity theft?

Do you have any tips for the Zodiac Killer investigators?

Do you think all police interrogations should be videotaped?

Should all bodies be subject to a medical exam for cause of death prior to being buried or cremated?

Should DNA samples be taken at birth and used to track missing children?

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In the course of producing more than one hundred episodes of Cold Case Files, the show has made an impact on viewers. Offering inspiration for investigators and hope for families of victims who never thought their cases would be solved.
Read and watch some of those stories.
Tell us what you think.

Learn more about Cold Case Files' producer and host Bill Kurtis.
Tell us what you think about this unique and talented man.