The package contained skeletal remains and an anonymous letter. The letter gave directions leading to more human remains. It is unclear how the majority of her remains were found 45 miles from her home or how her skull was found almost 100 miles away.
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The Tulsa forensic laboratory has detected the presence of medetomidine, a powerful veterinary sedative, in fentanyl mixtures.
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A new study offers compelling evidence for a path forward: procedural justice training for police officers, backed by leadership support, can significantly improve officer behavior and strengthen community trust.
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A criminal justice professor is committed to reforming how sex crimes are handled by seeking to better understand the behavior, patterns and criminal histories of offenders identified as suspects.
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The cause of death was determined to be self-inflicted, and no suicide note or identifying documents were found on the decedent.
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On Oct. 7, 1986, the body of an unidentified male was discovered bound and shot multiple times in an execution-style killing.
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For forensic anthropologists, bone lesions caused by cancer pose unique challenges due to their unpredictable nature and diverse presentations.
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Loyola University Maryland is launching a new Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science degree in Fall 2025 to prepare students for growing career opportunities in the forensic sciences.
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Another victim of alleged serial killer Herb Baumeister has been identified as Daniel Thomas Halloran, a man who was not reported missing or previously suspected as a victim.
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Next-generation DNA sequencing—the same technology which is powering the development of tailor-made medicines, cancer diagnostics, infectious disease tracking, and gene research—could become a prime target for hackers.
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