Cold Case Explorations

Researching Cold and Unsolved Cases from the US and Beyond

Illinois Cold or Unsolved Cases

Welcome to the captivating world of cold and unsolved cases in Illinois. Beyond the urban sprawl and serene landscapes, the state holds a trove of mysteries that remain unresolved. These enigmatic cases, frozen in time, call upon both amateur detectives and seasoned investigators to dive into history and unveil concealed truths.

From puzzling disappearances to unsolved crimes, Illinois’s enigmatic stories urge us to unravel the threads of the past and piece together the puzzle that has intrigued us for years. Here is a list of cold or unsolved cases in the state of Illinois (IL) that I’ve written about:

Pitzen, Timmothy

Missing since May 13, 2011 from the Sterling/Dixon/Rockfall area in IL. A mother took her 6-year-old son out of school, then committed suicide a few days later alone in a motel room. The son has never been found.

Illinoisian Cities I’ve Written About

This section provides an alphabetically-sorted list of cities in Illinois where the cases I’ve written about took place, along with the year in which the cases began.

Sterling/Dixon/Rockfall Area, IL