Tacoma police are currently investigating a cold case in the Oakland neighborhood, a task that began Monday morning and may continue into Tuesday. Authorities have established a significant police presence in the area surrounding S Gunnison St and S Wright Ave, although they have not disclosed which specific cold case they are focusing on. Investigators have been observed excavating in the backyard of a residence.
While the nature of the cold case remains under wraps, there is speculation regarding its connection to the high-profile kidnapping of two-year-old Teekah Lewis, who disappeared on January 23, 1999, near a bowling alley approximately one mile from the current investigation site. Teekah’s father, Robert Lewis, expressed his emotional investment in the situation, stating, “I’m just waiting to see what comes of this, you know?”
Though authorities have not ruled out any possible links between this investigation and the Teekah Lewis case, they emphasized that both cases are separate cold cases.
As this story continues to develop, Tacoma police have indicated that investigative efforts might extend into the night and possibly into Tuesday.
This investigation highlights a community’s ongoing quest for justice, as families affected by unsolved cases hold onto hope for resolution. Further updates are expected as the situation unfolds.