Smith lived and worked in Toronto during the time of the murders. He was known to police and had a history of sexual assault. Investigators believe there may be additional victims and are asking anyone with information about Smith to contact police.
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At the outset of the genealogy research on this case, it was clear that the unidentified man was Caucasian and had deep roots in West Virginia, but it also appeared that he had a recent ancestor from Southern Europe.
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Through this contract, Othram will identify, locate, and engage next-of-kin of unaccounted-for Marines to support DNA reference sample collection for repatriation and historical case resolution.
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In September 2021, the skeletal remains of an unidentified individual were found by a property owner in rural Dallas, Georgia. Upon further investigation, officials discovered a zip tie along with the remains that appeared to have been used.
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After 35 years, the remains of a woman discovered near a creek in Canadian County, Oklahoma have been identified as Joann Marie Rozelle.
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When her DNA results came through, however, it was clear that all of the unidentified woman’s matches were very distantly related to her.
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Personal property recovered from the victim was submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Questioned Documents Unit. This state-of-the-art analysis generated a critical lead suggesting the victim may have resided in Port Jervis, New York.
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Investigators have identified human remains discovered a mile from the Arizona Renaissance Festival property.
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At the time the baby was located, the medical examiner was unable to confirm whether the baby had been born
alive or deceased.
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Advanced DNA testing coupled with forensic genetic genealogy has led to the identification of homicide victim Deanna Marie Smith, whose remains were discovered in October 2003.
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