Local law enforcement in Virginia is hoping to begin using familial DNA testing in investigations. The Virginia Forensic Science Board has asked the forensics department to gather more information on the technology before its next presentation to the board in October.

The practice which has raised some concerns from privacy groups, is already in use in Colorodo and California, where it has helped solve some high profile murder investigations.

Source: WHSV

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