The Hall County Sheriff’s Office says its investigators will take another look at a cold-case murder: the body of 32 year-old Holly Strickland was found in February of 2014, five days after she had been reported missing. She was shot and killed. The Sheriff’s Office in Gainesville is asking for help from the public in providing information about the case.

From the Hall Co Sheriff’s Office…

Investigators with the Hall County Sheriff’s Office are taking a fresh look at a 2014 cold case homicide with a mission of solving the crime and providing answers for the victim’s loved ones. Feb. 8, 2021, marked seven years since a family member found the body of Holly Fox Strickland, 32, behind her Oakwood-area home in the 5500 block of Raintree Trace.

The mother of two had been shot. Sheriff’s Office detectives are investing additional time and resources this year combing over files in the case with plans to conduct follow-up interviews.

Additionally, they are seeking out new DNA testing. Investigators, who have been in recent contact with Strickland’s family, hope it will pay off.

“Holly’s family deserves closure, and whoever is responsible for her death should be held accountable,” Investigator Alford said. “I hope our ongoing efforts and renewed public awareness will accomplish that.”

Prior to discovery of the body, Strickland had been reported missing and was last seen by family in her home at approximately 10 p.m. on Feb. 3, 2014. For now, investigators are also renewing their call to the community for assistance. “We’re asking that anyone who has information about Holly’s death or events leading up to it to please contact us,” Alford said. “No new detail is too small.”

· Investigator Alford: (770) 533-7690

· malford@hallcounty.org

· Anonymous tip line: (770) 503-3232

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