Hampden DA, Anthony Gulluni.
Jamie Dodge, 48, of Brownville, Maine, has been arrested and charged with aggravated rape and kidnapping for his alleged involvement in a sexual assault in the Town of Holland in July, 2000. He has been arraigned and is currently held on $250,000. His next scheduled court date is on July 11, 2024.
Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni stated, “This arrest marks a significant milestone for law enforcement in Hampden County. For the first time, forensic investigative genetic genealogy has contributed to the arrest of an offender. This technology is a significant investigative tool and it will be utilized with greater frequency. I want to thank the members of my Unresolved Cases Unit, Assistant District Attorney Beth Dunphy Farris, Massachusetts State Police Trooper Thomas Sullivan, Cassidy Seaver and victim witness advocate Deb Chieco for their dedicated work in bringing this offender to justice. To the victim in this case, and to other victims and their families whose cases remain unsolved, this arrest represents hope. It also represents that we do not forget. It is our mission to seek justice for you, we stand with you, and do our best to bring offenders to justice.
Republished courtesy of Hampden District Attorney.