Researchers detail the creation of accurate statistics to assess variation in the interpretation of complex DNA mixtures.
read more
Recently, a sample taken resulted in a 98.28% probability that the DNA found on the victim and his clothing matched an individual previously unknown to investigators.
read more
The victim was located in a canvas sack that had been tied at the top with a white cotton rope. The sack was a white cotton, loosely-woven sack, with the words “Deer-Pak Ames Harris Neville Co.,” printed in green.
read more
Evidence presented to the court revealed that although DNA testing at Schweitzer’s original trial excluded him and his co-defendants, the state used false jailhouse informant testimony to build its case.
read more
Victims of sexual assault in West Virginia may have an easier time finding health care providers to conduct forensic examinations and collect rape kits if a bill passed Monday by the state Senate becomes law.
read more
A young Rhode Island girl has finally figured out how to determine if Santa Claus is real—DNA. Last week, the resident sent a partially eaten cookie as well as a couple of gnawed-on carrot sticks to the police department.
read more
A black box study of bloodstain pattern analysts finds contrasting conclusions due to terminology, and highlights the importance of establishing consensus standards.
read more
Innovative Forensic Investigations will provide its full suite of investigative genetic genealogy services to Cold Case Initiative to support its mission.
read more
The Michigan State Police First District Cold Case Unit worked with other local and federal agencies and prosecutors to gather evidence, establish a timeline of events, and locate the defendants.
read more
Two European projects have developed technologies to improve ways of finding the microscopic material needed to ensure a conviction.
read more