Ep 17. Second Thoughts (Paulding, OH)

In the second season, seventeenth episode of the true crime television series Cold Justice, the team travels to Paulding, Ohio to look into the case of a 25-year-old single mother, Melissa Flores. Melissa was found dead in the early hours of August 15th, 2011, in her home, by her 4-year-old son. Her son had been wandering the street in the early hours of the morning, and a neighbor had taken him in before the police were called to investigate. Melissa had been beaten, strangled and sexually assaulted by a man that ran into her after she left a gas station late at night.

The police department worked diligently on the case, but after six years, had yet to find the person responsible. The team, led by former prosecutor Kelly Siegler and seasoned homicide detective Yolanda McClary, travels to the small Ohio town to see if they can shed any light on the case and bring justice to Melissa's family.

The team starts by re-interviewing witnesses who were present at the scene of the crime. They find conflicting statements from some of the witnesses, which raises suspicion and prompts the team to question these witnesses more carefully. They also analyze the forensic evidence gathered at the scene and in the autopsy report. After putting together a comprehensive timeline of the events leading up to and following Melissa's murder, the team focuses on identifying potential suspects.

Throughout the episode, the team interviews several individuals connected to the case, including Melissa's ex-boyfriend and the man she had planned to go on a date with that night. They also look into the possibility that Melissa's killer was someone she had met at the gas station that night. The team uncovers new clues and pieces of information that they believe could lead to a breakthrough in the case.

As the investigation progresses, the team begins to develop a new theory about the identity of Melissa's killer. They also believe that the killer may be connected to a string of other unsolved murders in the area.

In the final scenes of the episode, the team presents their findings to the Paulding County Sheriff's Office and works with them to make an arrest. The episode concludes with the team meeting with Melissa's family to discuss the results of the investigation and provide them with some closure.

Overall, the second season seventeenth episode of Cold Justice, titled "Second Thoughts (Paulding, OH)," is a compelling and emotional exploration of a tragic homicide case. The team's dedication and hard work shine through as they work tirelessly to uncover the truth and provide justice for Melissa and her family. The episode is sure to leave viewers invested in the outcome and inspired by the team's efforts.