Reopen and Prioritize Cold Case of Shad Kaydea

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Janel Segars and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

On March 20, 2013, Shad Gandy Kaydea was brutally murdered in Cranston, Rhode Island. He was strangled and his body was set on fire at a cemetery. This heinous crime has remained unsolved for over a decade, leaving his family in anguish and without closure.

The lack of progress in this case is deeply concerning. The family has tragically endured further losses, including the deaths of Shad's mother and brother, while still seeking justice for Shad. We believe that critical leads and potential suspects were overlooked during the initial investigation.

We, the undersigned, urge the Attorney General's Cold Case Unit to reopen and prioritize the investigation into the homicide of Shad Gandy Kaydea. We demand a thorough review of all evidence, a renewed effort to pursue leads, and a commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice. This case deserves a fresh look to ensure that no stone is left unturned and that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.

Please sign this petition to show your support for Shad Gandy Kaydea and his family. Let's work together to demand justice and bring closure to this long-unresolved case.

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Recent signers:
Janel Segars and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

On March 20, 2013, Shad Gandy Kaydea was brutally murdered in Cranston, Rhode Island. He was strangled and his body was set on fire at a cemetery. This heinous crime has remained unsolved for over a decade, leaving his family in anguish and without closure.

The lack of progress in this case is deeply concerning. The family has tragically endured further losses, including the deaths of Shad's mother and brother, while still seeking justice for Shad. We believe that critical leads and potential suspects were overlooked during the initial investigation.

We, the undersigned, urge the Attorney General's Cold Case Unit to reopen and prioritize the investigation into the homicide of Shad Gandy Kaydea. We demand a thorough review of all evidence, a renewed effort to pursue leads, and a commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice. This case deserves a fresh look to ensure that no stone is left unturned and that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.

Please sign this petition to show your support for Shad Gandy Kaydea and his family. Let's work together to demand justice and bring closure to this long-unresolved case.

The Decision Makers

Peter Neronha
Rhode Island Attorney General

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Petition created on February 15, 2026