Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced the establishment of a Cold Case Homicide unit within the Arizona Attorney General's Office. This new unit aims to collaborate with local law enforcement agencies to re-examine unsolved cases using advanced investigative techniques and modern technology.
“This unit reflects my commitment to ensuring that justice is not forgotten or abandoned, no matter how much time has passed,” said Attorney General Mayes. “Justice has no expiration date. This is about more than solving crimes—it’s about providing justice for the victims and their families. Every cold case represents a life that mattered and a story that deserves to be told.”
The specialized unit will initially focus on five cold cases in Arizona:
- Leslie Good: On June 3, 2008, Leslie Karen Good was found deceased from a gunshot wound at her home in Goodyear. The investigation continues in partnership with the Goodyear Police Department.
- Sabino Lopez: On June 9, 2018, Sabino Lopez succumbed to a gunshot wound after being confronted by three males in an SUV in Tolleson. This case is being investigated with the Tolleson Police Department.
- Victoria Lacey: On August 13, 2012, Victoria Lacey was stabbed near Glendale and managed to seek help before succumbing to her injuries. The investigation involves collaboration with the Glendale Police Department.
- Diana Shawcroft and Jennifer Lueth: Last seen on May 24, 1996, their remains were discovered months later in Yavapai County. New evidence is under analysis with assistance from the Glendale Police Department.
- Melody Harrison: Identified through DNA profiling on October 26, 2023, Melody Harrison's body was found in Apache Junction in August 1992. The Apache Junction Police Department is leading this investigation.
Individuals with information regarding these cases are encouraged to contact the Arizona Attorney General’s office or Silent Witness.