Many Alabama cold cases still lack digital records due to decades of paper-based reporting, uneven modernization, and no statewide digital system. Major agencies began transitioning around 2008–2012, but older homicide files were rarely converted. This Fast Facts report explains how uneven digitization impacts investigations and why some cases remain buried in archives today.
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CALL TO ACTION
WILLIE EDWARDS JR.
If your family ever discussed this case, or if passed-down stories exist that were never recorded, please come forward.
📞 Montgomery Police Cold Case Unit: (334) 625-2831 🔗 Equal Justice Initiative: https://eji.org
JOETTE & ELMER THRASHER
If you remember anything from that week — even a rumor — speak up.
📞 Winston County Sheriff’s Office: (205) 489-2115 📞 Crime Stoppers: (205) 254-7777
RANDY WHITFIELD
If you saw Randy, his truck, or heard anything about that weekend — speak up.
📞 Haleyville Police: (205) 486-5201 🔗 https://www.solvethecase.org
LT. COL. McGHEE
If you lived on or near St. Clair Avenue in 2013 — you may remember something crucial.
📞 Huntsville Police Major Crimes: (256) 427-7009 📞 Crime Stoppers: (256) 53-CRIME
KELDRICK TALLEY
If you know who Keldrick trusted — or who betrayed him — step forward.
📞 Montgomery Police Homicide: (334) 625-2831 📞 Crime Stoppers: (334) 215-STOP
DEREK & DARRYL BURPO
If you know anything — even if it feels insignificant — speak.
📞 Birmingham Police Cold Case Unit: (205) 254-1764 📞 Crime Stoppers: (205) 254-7777
