Ask Me Anything/ Paul Holes Cold Case Forensic Investigator/ Feb 27th at 8:00 PM Eastern.

[Paul Holes]

I've seen first hand the erosion of investigative skills in a general sense. A lot of it relies on the commitment of the investigators to learn and employ traditional gumshoe investigative techniques. I've reviewed so many cases from decades ago I've got a good sense on how those old time investigators approached their cases and have seen how some current investigators often work. Some investigators do a great job. Other investigators try to work the case from behind their desk and (in a way that you're somewhat hinting at) are relying on forensics to come to the rescue. Sometimes they get lucky and forensics works, but there are many cases that require getting out, knocking on doors, talking to people, developing interview skills and following your gut.

 

[Tricia]

Final question for Paul Holes. It's a two-parter (sneaking in two questions when I told Mr. Holes this was the last one...whoops. LOL )​

chi-mama​

Paul, what are you doing now that you are retired?
Also how did you connect up with Michelle McNamara?
Thanks for being here and answering our questions. Hope to see you again soon.

 

[Paul Holes]

Retired....Ha! I currently am employed as a forensic investigator with Othram helping agencies with their unsolved cases. I'm also continue to be heavily involved with the true crime media stuff such as podcasts, CrimeCon, TV shows, Audible projects (stay tuned) etc.

Michelle is a long story. In brief, I met her when she was writing an article for LA Magazine in which she came up with the name Golden State Killer. Her and I hit it off and for three years helped each other investigating the case and becoming friends. I'm still devastated at the loss of her and still can not bring myself to read I'll Be Gone in the Dark.

 

[Tricia]

THIS THREAD IS NOW OPEN IF YOU WANT TO THANK PAUL HOLES.
Thank you very much Paul Holes. You have been so gracious with your time. My apologies to the members whose questions we could not get to tonight. Remember, though if you did post a question, you are in the drawing for an autographed book from Paul Holes Unmasked My Life Solving America's Cold Cases
I'll post the winners a bit later.
THANK YOU PAUL HOLES.

 

[Teamir]

THIS THREAD IS NOW OPEN IF YOU WANT TO THANK PAUL HOLES.
Thank you very much Paul Holes. You have been so gracious with your time. My apologies to the members whose questions we could not get to tonight. Remember, though if you did post a question, you are in the drawing for an autographed book from Paul Holes Unmasked My Life Solving America's Cold Cases
I'll post the winners a bit later.
THANK YOU PAUL HOLES.

Thank you so much for your insights Paul!

 

[Sillybilly]

Paul, thank you so much for being here, and for dedicating your work and your heart to finding some light in darkness.

SB

 

[Paul Holes]

Thanks everybody for taking the time to be here and for the questions!

 

[arielilane]

I greatly appreciate your time tonight, Paul. Thank you!

 

[Catmommy]

Thank you, Paul, your insights are fascinating, and your thoughtful answers and candor much appreciated.

 

[fcavanaugh]

Thank you for your time and valuable insight Paul, much appreciated!!

 

[Tricia]

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[Turpin.Wilt]

Thank you, Paul!!

 

[Insightful1]

Thank you so much Mr. Holes, you are an inspiration. You show us to never give up and that there is always hope !

 

[MadMcGoo]

Thank you so much for doing this! Always take pride in your many career achievements and enjoy every one of your post-retirement endeavors!

 

[Turpin.Wilt]

It depends at what level you are thinking about. Many are trying to help doing the computer-based research. "Websleuths". A lot of that is learning how to do the online research. Right now I would just advise to pay attention to NAMUS, DNASolves, and find a case you are passionate about and start digging.

Thanks Paul!

 

[DTPeke]

Thank you so much for your time. The world needs more good guys like you!

 

[TenaciousTBacon]

Buried Bones is my favorite podcast. Thank you so much for your work with Kate.

 

[Tricia]

Paul Holes' podcast Buried Bones available on Apple and Spotify

 

[whitelilac]

Thank you Paul, for being here to answer our questions, but most of all for the work you are doing.

 

[Ssschu]

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer questions. Your work has been incredible!

Everyone should read your "Unmasked" book. From reading it, I know you have made tremendous personal sacrifices but you have made an everlasting difference in solving crimes and getting answers for families. Keep up the amazing work giving a voice to the voiceless!!