McClure left significant DNA underneath Johnsons’ fingernails, which could only be a result of Johnson fighting vigorously for her life.
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Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced today that his lawfully owed DNA project has reached a significant milestone, with more than 2,000 new profiles added to the national DNA database since the effort began.
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The team’s new study sheds light on the presence and transfer of human DNA on dogs, possibility expanding opportunities for DNA to assist in criminal investigations.
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AFP Forensic experts deployed to Papua New Guinea (PNG) have assisted with the retrieval and recovery of human remains, personal items and artefacts of Australian World War II soldiers from a remote burial site.
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While originally scheduled to be released earlier in 2023, the report was delayed so internal results could be compared with data for other forensic laboratories that are part of Project FORESIGHT.
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An incentivized witness, a false confession, and hair microscopy contributed to Lewis’ wrongful conviction.
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An overdue analysis has revealed bloodstained clothes that were not previously tested for DNA, as well as evidentiary pieces of paper in Dye’s shirt pocket.
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In 2016, testing of DNA samples retrieved from the crime scene entirely excluded Williams as a contributor, contradicting the testimony-based evidence used to convict him.
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In 2023, a statewide DNA search was conducted. During that search, it was determined there was a reasonable probability the unknown serial sexual assault suspect was related to a specific known offender in the criminal justice system.
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Marcellus Williams, who faces execution in Missouri despite DNA evidence proving his innocence, has filed a civil lawsuit against Gov. Mike Parson and Attorney General Andrew Bailey.
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