Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird recently provided insights into the ongoing efforts of her office, highlighting key initiatives in public safety, border security, and consumer protection on Saturday afternoon in Ottumwa.
A significant focus for Bird’s office is the newly established Cold Case Unit, which is actively investigating over 400 unsolved cases across the state since its creation a few years ago in her first term. She mentions how the initiative is still up and going and confirms that charges are pending in one county for one case. She acknowledges the inherent difficulty of these long-standing investigations, but asserted that she will always pursue justice, especially for the families that have yet to seek closure for their loved ones.
In a move to bolster the safety of those who serve, Bird commended the Iowa Legislature for recently increasing penalties for assaults on law enforcement and first responders. This new legislation, which went into effect earlier this month, is a direct result of the Attorney General’s advocacy and aims to provide greater protection for these essential personnel…