Podcast Aims to Solve Cold Case Murder with Million-Dollar Reward

True Crime Reporter® Podcast: Unraveling a Cold Case

The True Crime Reporter® Podcast, hosted by the esteemed Peabody Award-winning journalist Robert Riggs, has taken on a haunting unsolved murder case that has perplexed investigators for over four years. The focus is on the chilling murder of Jim Grimes, a 63-year-old beloved civic leader in rural Tennessee, whose life was tragically cut short in a calculated attack.

In April 2021, Grimes was shot to death on his property while carrying out his routine of feeding his animals. The nature of the crime starkly suggests it was not random; it appears that the killer was well-acquainted with Grimes' schedule, waiting for the ideal moment to strike. Despite meticulous investigations and thousands of hours spent by law enforcement, there have been no leads, no forensic evidence, and, crucially, no witnesses to this brazen killing.

The podcast episode seeks to not only shine a light on this cold case but also to amplify efforts to provide justice for Jim Grimes and his grieving family. In an effort to encourage anyone with potential information, the podcast has announced a staggering reward of $1 million for information that leads to an arrest and conviction. Riggs emphasizes the effectiveness of podcasting as a medium to rally community engagement around the case.

With only a handful of suspects identified, retired NCIS Special Agent Joe Kennedy, a veteran expert in unsolved homicides, has joined the campaign to crack this case. He believes that the promise of a million-dollar reward could be just the catalyst needed to ignite fresh leads. “This was not a crime of opportunity—it was well-planned. I suspect there are only a few involved, and we just need to pinpoint the right one,” Kennedy commented.

Dawn Grimes, Jim's widow, has remained resolute in her quest for justice. She is actively campaigning to keep her husband's memory alive. A billboard now greets passersby at their home, emblazoned with the haunting reminder, “I WAS MURDERED HERE ON 4-19-21. HELP ME GET JUSTICE.”

Dawn's determination is palpable. “Each morning, I wake up knowing the person who took my husband from us is still free. I refuse to leave this place; I will keep fighting until justice is served. We will not forget, and we will not give up.”

The need for action is reflected in the words of Lt. Shane Hunter, a former investigator with the Giles County Sheriff’s Office who has transitioned to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. He is adamant that this case will not slip into the shadows: “This isn’t a perfect crime that someone will escape from. There are too many dedicated individuals working to bring this to resolution, and I believe justice will prevail.”

Anyone with credible information related to Jim Grimes’ murder is strongly encouraged to reach out through the contact numbers provided: 931-638-2358 or 800-TBI-FIND. The community's involvement could very well be the key to unlocking the truth behind this heart-wrenching case, ensuring that those responsible are finally brought to justice.