Joseph Patrick Kenda, a man of remarkable distinction, came into this world on the twenty-eighth day of August in the year nineteen hundred and forty-six. His illustrious career spanned a period of twenty-three years, from 1973 to 1996, during which time he served as a homicide detective Lieutenant with the esteemed Colorado Springs Police Department.
Throughout his tenure, Kenda was intimately involved in a staggering 387 homicide cases, a testament to his unwavering dedication and unrelenting pursuit of justice. And yet, it was his uncanny ability to solve the most heinous of crimes that truly set him apart from his peers. An astonishing 356 of the cases he worked on were successfully closed, a remarkable closure rate of 92%.
After a successful tenure in the police force, Kenda experienced a profound sense of disorientation and disconnection upon retiring, a phenomenon commonly referred to as withdrawal. Seeking to rekindle a sense of purpose and fulfillment, he embarked on a new professional journey, taking on the role of a special needs school bus operator in 1998. For a decade, he dedicated himself to this noble endeavor, honing his skills and cultivating a deep understanding of the unique needs of his students. However, as the years passed, Kenda began to feel an insatiable sense of restlessness, a burning desire for a fresh challenge that would allow him to leverage his skills and experience in a new and exciting way.
Kenda, a renowned figure in the true crime genre, assumed the role of host and featured personality on the Investigation Discovery series Homicide Hunter in the year 2011.
As the show's main attraction, Kenda shared gripping accounts of the cases he had successfully solved, his narratives weaving seamlessly into reenactments and insightful commentary from a diverse range of individuals, including police officers, journalists, victims' families, and those directly affected by the crimes.
Thomas Kenda's remarkable television series reaches its thrilling climax in the conclusive episode, aptly titled The End, where the audience is treated to a poignant scene of his resignation from the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD). The episode also marks a significant chapter in his life as he embarks on a new professional journey, this time as a bus driver. Furthermore, Kenda has expanded his media presence by hosting a series of captivating spinoff specials derived from the original show.
Kenda, a seasoned television personality, embarked on a new professional venture in January 2021 by assuming the role of host for the captivating true crime series, American Detective with Lt. Joe Kenda, exclusively broadcasted on the rapidly growing streaming platform, discovery+.
In the warmest of summer months, namely August of the year 2022, a renowned television personality and former law enforcement professional took to the airwaves to host a particularly thought-provoking and suspenseful true-crime documentary special, cleverly titled "Homicide Hunter: Never Give Up".
This gripping program, which aired on the Investigation Discovery (ID) network, served as a poignant tribute to a chilling and long-standing cold case that had haunted him for years during his tenure as a seasoned detective, a case that had left an indelible mark on his career and, more pertinently, his conscience.
Kenda, a multifaceted individual, has successfully navigated the realms of both acting and writing, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
Notably, his appearance in the 2017 Netflix Mystery Movie "Handsome" has garnered significant attention, underscoring his impressive range as a performer.
Beyond his acting endeavors, Kenda has also demonstrated his literary prowess by authoring two thought-provoking books: "I Will Find You" (2017) and "Killer Triggers" (2021).
Through his writing, Kenda has skillfully showcased his versatility, delving into a variety of themes and styles that have captivated readers and solidified his position as a dedicated and talented artist.
