The mission of the Oregon Cold Case Investigators Association is to collaborate, build, and sustain a network of investigators throughout the State of Oregon by enhancing communication and training for cold cases.
The Oregon Association of Cold Case Investigators was formed in 2018 with a mission to build a network of investigators throughout the state. To join OCCIA, click the link and choose a Subchapter Membership.
If you have questions or would like informational material, please email the association President or business@opoa.info.
Thank you for your interest and organizational support.
OCCIA Announces Grant Funding
The Oregon Cold Case Investigators Association (OCCIA), a non-profit entity, is accepting applications for grant funding to help with the costs of cold case investigations. Through an application and review process, OCCIA may provide grant funding to support the costs of investigative services/technology/tools.
Applicants will receive formal notice of acceptance or rejection. All final grant award decisions are made
Initial applications will be accepted until 5:00 PM on Monday, June 1, 2026
with grant decisions being announced on Thursday, June 11. Additional grant periods will be announced throughout the year as funding allows.
Board of Directors
President Brendan McGuire
Oregon Dept. of Justice
brendan.mcguire@doj.oregon.gov
Past-President Megan Townsend
Hillsboro Police Dept.
Megan.Townsend@hillsboro-oregon.gov​
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Vice President Sgt. Ian McKay
Oregon State Police
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Treasurer Rico Beniga
Portland Police Bureau
Secretary Daisy Mitchell
DOJ District Attny Resource Coord.
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