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The FBI just launched a new project to collect more data about the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) crisis.
Wyoming Public Radio’s Hannah Habermann reports on the announcement at the Wind River Reservation made last week.
The FBI is the primary law enforcement agency that investigates serious crimes on the Wind River Reservation – and they’re trying to collect more information about those who’ve gone missing or have been murdered.
The agency set up a new designated email account – WYMMIP@fbi.gov – to better understand what the crisis looks like in the state and what resources the agency can contribute to solving cases.
FBI agent Leonard Carollo says he recognizes that tribal members have not always been comfortable working with the agency.
“We recognize these historical barriers and want to do all we can to improve the flow of information.”
Agents and other FBI employees will collect information – like new details or cases that were never reported – for the next ninety days. Then, they will research and investigate the tips.
The FBI also plans to host in-person information-gathering sessions on the Reservation.
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