Students Reopen Cold Cases with Police | Beaumont News

Beaumont News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 4, 2026 · 1m

Beaumont Police and Lamar University have launched a groundbreaking cold case homicide internship, giving criminal justice students the rare chance to re-examine unsolved murders with fresh eyes and modern forensic tools. Under close supervision, students work alongside law enforcement and faculty to uncover overlooked evidence, new witness leads, or tech-enabled breakthroughs—offering both invaluable real-world experience and a renewed hope for justice for victims’ families. This powerful partnership blends education with community service, proving that even the oldest cases can still yield…