In the spring of 2013, the quiet life of a long-time Detroit resident was brought to a tragic and violent end. Draper Williams, an 80-year-old African-American man, was found murdered in his home on May 15, 2013. The discovery sent ripples of shock and sadness through his community, leaving behind a legacy of unanswered questions.
Investigators determined that Williams was the victim of a homicide that occurred during a home invasion. Evidence at the scene pointed to a forced entry, and it was clear that a violent struggle had taken place. Despite the efforts of the Detroit Police Department, the case grew cold. Leads were followed and evidence was processed, but no significant breakthroughs were made that could point to a suspect or suspects.
Years have passed since Draper Williams' life was taken, and his murder remains one of the many unsolved homicides in the city. For his family and friends, the pain of his loss is compounded by the absence of justice. The investigation into his death is officially still active, a cold case waiting for the one piece of information that could finally bring closure and hold those responsible for his death accountable.
