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DNA on Cigarettes Left at 1966 Homicide IDs Likely Suspect
April 06, 2026
Investigators located cigarettes at the crime scene that were believed to have belonged to the suspect. However, forensic science at the time was limited, and DNA testing did not yet exist. read more
Ohio’s First Forensic Toxicology Master’s Program Opens for Enrollment
April 06, 2026
The University of Toledo has received state approval from the Ohio Department of Higher Education for a new online master’s degree in forensic toxicology, a program unlike any other currently offered in Ohio. read more
Study Quantifies Global Magnitude of Sexual Violence against Children
April 06, 2026
The researchers estimate that in 2024 alone, more than 130 million children globally experienced sexual violence. read more
Genealogy IDs Suspect in 1990 Lover's Lane Double Murder
April 01, 2026
After 35 years, the suspect in Houston's infamous "Lover's Lane" double murder has been identified as 64-year-old Floyd William Parrott. read more
UK Police Issue Warning Against 'Self-swabbing' Rape Kits
April 01, 2026
The organizations have issued a clear national position statement on the use of "self-swabbing" kits in unregulated environments following rape, warning that such kits present significant risk to victims. read more
Oakland PD Forensic Scientist Takes Over Santa Clara DA Crime Lab
April 01, 2026
A Stanford-trained Ph.D. chemist who helped modernize the Oakland Police Department’s forensics laboratory will take the helm this week of the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Crime Lab. read more
Research Puts Firefighters Inside Virtual Megafires before the Real Thing
April 01, 2026
Researchers have developed an immersive fire simulation system to help emergency responders build vital skills to tackle bushfires. read more
A Forensic Analysis of Fire Debris: Complexities in Origin Determination
April 01, 2026
Fire patterns and fire effects influenced by ventilation and flashover can mislead investigators, resulting in incorrect origin assignment. read more
New Tool Could Link Serial Killer Victims by Facial Similarities
March 30, 2026
Researchers have developed a forensic intelligence tool that could help police link the victims of serial offenders by analyzing their facial appearance. read more
DNA Doe Project IDs Missing Man Who's Bone was Found in 2022
March 30, 2026
Kinney, a former banker who lived in nearby Santa Rosa, was known to have disappeared in 1999, 23 years before one of his bones was discovered on Salmon Creek State Beach. read more
Genealogy Identifies Man Missing Since 2020
March 30, 2026
Over the following year, investigators from both agencies meticulously reviewed numerous missing persons reports, eliminating many possibilities while continuing to search for answers. read more
Human Bones Found During Renovation Confirmed to be Historical
March 30, 2026
Two human bones found during a home renovation have proven to have no forensic value and are likely historical in nature. read more
Acclaimed Forensic Scientist Dr. Henry C. Lee Dies
March 27, 2026
Dr. Lee was a distinguished professor at the University of New Haven for more than 50 years and former Commissioner of Connecticut Public Safety. read more
AI Tool Unmasks Hidden Digital Abuse in Investigations
March 25, 2026
A team has developed a hybrid AI tool to detect patterns of psychological abuse, including coercive control, in a bid to transform digital forensic investigations and mental health research. read more
Missing Man Identified after 52 Years
March 25, 2026
The last known photograph of Mark Smith was taken at his sister’s wedding in September 1973. He left his home in Billings, Montana, to travel in 1974, and was not heard from again. read more
A More Sensitive Fentanyl Detection Strip, Thanks to Physics
March 25, 2026
Researchers created a method for predicting the sensitivity of lateral flow assay test strips, allowing for a 100-fold improvement. read more
State Police See 19% Reduction in DNA Backlog after Funding
March 25, 2026
In 2025, the Indiana State Police received a budget increase, including a 20.8% increase from under $15 million to $18 million for the ISP Forensic Laboratory, a boost of over $3 million. read more
Study: Police Misconduct Often Traceable to Warning Signs before Hire
March 25, 2026
Past behavior matters, especially in law enforcement where certain pre-hire misbehavior by law enforcement candidates sharply increases the likelihood of police misconduct once they are hired, according to new research. read more
Study: Uncounted Pandemic Deaths Reveal Gaps in Death Investigation System
March 23, 2026
The authors say their study has revealed critical gaps in the U.S. death investigation system, and is leading to renewed calls for reform. read more
Mobile Forensic Lab Brings Enhanced Tech to Conn. Crime Scenes
March 23, 2026
The forensic van includes advanced ballistics testing, Rapid DNA, and Graykey digital forensic technology that helps police access cell phones. read more