Funding Cold Cases: A Critical Piece of Justice Part 1

Brad Schleppi is a dedicated advocate for justice and the executive director of Season of Justice, a nonprofit dedicated to providing funding for investigative agencies and families to help solve cold cases. He has over 22 years of nonprofit management experience and a degree in criminal justice and sociology from Indiana University.

At the forefront of justice and truth-seeking lies a realm where science and compassion converge. In this episode of All Things Crime, Jared Bradley interviews Brad Schleppi, the executive director of Season of Justice. Brad shares his background in non-profit management and criminal justice, highlighting the organization's mission to bridge the funding gap faced by investigative agencies in solving cold cases.

One of the biggest obstacles faced by law enforcement agencies is a lack of funding to access advanced forensic technologies. Season of Justice aims to counter this challenge by providing financial support to investigative agencies across the United States and even extending its reach to Canada. By funding grants for over a million dollars to more than 150 cases, Season of Justice ensures that cutting-edge forensic science is accessible to agencies working on cold cases.

They also emphasize collaboration with investigative agencies, allowing them to identify their specific needs in solving cold cases, and ensuring that the correct tools and technologies are allocated to the cases to maximize their chances of success.

With advancements in forensic science, evidence that has been stored away for decades can finally yield answers. Season of Justice's support enables law enforcement agencies to reexamine old evidence using advanced technologies, leading to breakthroughs and solved cases.

This episode delves into Season of Justice's revolution in the fight against cold cases by providing crucial funding for cutting-edge forensic science. Through collaboration with investigative agencies and the application of advanced technologies, Season of Justice is making a significant impact in solving long-standing mysteries.

Takeaways:
1. Season of Justice aids underfunded law agencies.
2. Effective collaboration ensures optimal resource allocation per case.
3. Advanced forensic science has led to an increase in solved cases.

Connect

Brad Schleppi:
Email: brad@seasonofjustice.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradschleppi
Website: https://www.seasonofjustice.org

Jared Bradley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredvbradley
M-Vac: https://www.m-vac.com/

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