The Colonial Parkway Murders and the Questions That Still Remain with Bill Thomas

In this powerful episode of I Want You To Know, we examine the Colonial Parkway Murders through the eyes of someone who has lived the devastation for nearly four decades. Bill Thomas, brother of victim Kathy Thomas, shares not only the deeply personal story of Kathy and Rebecca Dowski, but also the painful questions that still remain about bias, investigative failures, media misrepresentation, and what justice looks like when a suspect dies before facing trial. This conversation explores how the legal and cultural realities of the 1980s may have shaped the case, how Kathy and Rebecca’s relationship was minimized in ways that may have impacted the investigation, and why the handling of victims’ stories matters as much as the pursuit of answers.We also dig into the broader crisis of unsolved murders in America, the ripple effects cold cases have on families for generations, and the responsibility of law enforcement, media, and even true crime creators to do better. Bill offers his perspective on advocacy, accountability, and why victims must remain at the center of these conversations. This is an episode that asks difficult questions, challenges assumptions, and invites listeners to think differently about justice, memory, and the stories we choose to tell. If you care about cold cases, victim advocacy, or the human side of true crime, this is a conversation you will not want to miss.To learn more about the National Center for Victims of Crime, head to victimsofcrime.org. Free confidential help is always available at victimconnect.org. Hear more of Bill's story and check out his podcast Mind Over Murder.Resources:Listen to Mind Over Murder: https://mindovermurderpodcast.comNational Center for Victims of Crime: victimsofcrime.org Free confidential help is always available at victimconnect.org If you have been a victim of a crime and would like to share your story, please contact us at [email protected] —This podcast discusses real crimes and may include sensitive topics that could be difficult for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.The information shared in this podcast is for informational and storytelling purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.