As we approach the tragic anniversary of the murder of JonBenet Ramsey, the Boulder Police Department is providing its annual update about the ongoing homicide investigation.
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The Limited Consent for DNA Testing Program allows survivors of sexual assault to obtain a forensic medical exam and have evidence collected and tested for foreign DNA material, free of charge, even if a report has not been made to law enforcement.
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The 1995 capital murder case against Elwood Jones has officially been dismissed. The decision follows a months-long, comprehensive review of the evidence and court filings.
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Terrified of what he might do if he came back, she was offered several safety measures by Durham Constabulary, including SelectaDNA personal defence spray, which she accepted.
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Obtaining a viable DNA profile from paper bags nearly four decades old is exceptionally rare and underscores the extraordinary value of meticulous evidence preservation and periodic forensic reevaluation.
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Although a suspect was identified early in the investigation, the case was severely hindered by a flawed forensic report issued by the FBI in 1975. The error contradicted other significant evidence, including the suspect’s fingerprints .
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The foundation was created to help offset the significant costs associated with advancing cold case investigations, particularly forensic and DNA testing.
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The serial killer responsible for at least three of the Colonial Parkway murders has now been tied to a fourth victim through DNA.
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After 57 years, the Wake County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a 1968 homicide—a breakthrough made possible through the dedication of partner agencies and advancements in forensic genealogy.
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Now, DNA has confirmed the identity of one of those victims, likely the first one buried on Baumeister's property at Fox Hollow Farm.
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