Judy Rodriguez identified as dead Brooklyn mom who went missing more than 3 decades ago, officials sayJudy Rodriguez was identified through genetic genealogy after her murder remained unsolved for decades, leading to arrests of four men in her case.
Killer in 1976 Santa Cruz County cold case identified through DNA evidenceGenetic genealogy technology solves the murder of Karen Percifield after nearly 50 years.
Remains found in 1973 identified as CA teen in sheriff's 'oldest cold case,' cops sayGenetic genealogy has identified the remains of Roxanne Colleen Leadbeater, a California teen missing since 1972, solved after decades of mystery.
35 Years Later, the Remains Known as Chimney Doe' Have a Name and a FaceCold case of human remains found in a Wisconsin chimney in 1989 finally gets solved through DNA and genetic genealogy techniques, identifying Ronnie Joe Kirk.
Genetic genealogy leads to man's arrest in 1993 rape and murder of his 19-year-old neighborA man was arrested for the 1993 rape and murder of his 19-year-old neighbor, linked through genetic genealogy.
Suspect identified in woman's 1976 cold case killing, CA cops say. 'Finally over'Advances in DNA technology have led to the identification of a suspect in a nearly 50-year-old homicide case.
Judy Rodriguez identified as dead Brooklyn mom who went missing more than 3 decades ago, officials sayJudy Rodriguez was identified through genetic genealogy after her murder remained unsolved for decades, leading to arrests of four men in her case.
Killer in 1976 Santa Cruz County cold case identified through DNA evidenceGenetic genealogy technology solves the murder of Karen Percifield after nearly 50 years.
Remains found in 1973 identified as CA teen in sheriff's 'oldest cold case,' cops sayGenetic genealogy has identified the remains of Roxanne Colleen Leadbeater, a California teen missing since 1972, solved after decades of mystery.
35 Years Later, the Remains Known as Chimney Doe' Have a Name and a FaceCold case of human remains found in a Wisconsin chimney in 1989 finally gets solved through DNA and genetic genealogy techniques, identifying Ronnie Joe Kirk.
Genetic genealogy leads to man's arrest in 1993 rape and murder of his 19-year-old neighborA man was arrested for the 1993 rape and murder of his 19-year-old neighbor, linked through genetic genealogy.
Suspect identified in woman's 1976 cold case killing, CA cops say. 'Finally over'Advances in DNA technology have led to the identification of a suspect in a nearly 50-year-old homicide case.
California man killed execution-style, found in grave is identifiedThe 1980s missing man's identity was revealed through forensic advancements and genetic genealogy, confirming he was Paul Richard Davis.
Remains of missing teen found in South Santa Cruz County ID'd 30 years laterAdvanced forensic techniques have identified missing teenager Laura O'Malley, whose remains were found in 1995, nearly 30 years after she went missing.
Remains found in riverbed 3 decades ago now ID'd as missing teen, California cops sayDecades-old remains identified as missing New York teen Laura O'Malley through advanced DNA testing techniques.
Man who passed polygraph in teen's 1979 killing now ID'd as suspect, CA officials sayAdvancements in forensic genetic genealogy led to identifying the suspect in Esther Gonzalez's 1979 murder case more than 40 years later.
Remains of missing teen found in South Santa Cruz County ID'd 30 years laterSanta Cruz County identifies Laura O'Malley, a missing teen, using advanced genetic genealogy nearly 30 years after her remains were found.
Body was found in the water in 2001, California deputies say. Now, it's identifiedDNA testing identified a body found in California waters as Craig William Ott, who vanished in 2001, offering closure to his family.
California man killed execution-style, found in grave is identifiedThe 1980s missing man's identity was revealed through forensic advancements and genetic genealogy, confirming he was Paul Richard Davis.
Remains of missing teen found in South Santa Cruz County ID'd 30 years laterAdvanced forensic techniques have identified missing teenager Laura O'Malley, whose remains were found in 1995, nearly 30 years after she went missing.
Remains found in riverbed 3 decades ago now ID'd as missing teen, California cops sayDecades-old remains identified as missing New York teen Laura O'Malley through advanced DNA testing techniques.
Man who passed polygraph in teen's 1979 killing now ID'd as suspect, CA officials sayAdvancements in forensic genetic genealogy led to identifying the suspect in Esther Gonzalez's 1979 murder case more than 40 years later.
Remains of missing teen found in South Santa Cruz County ID'd 30 years laterSanta Cruz County identifies Laura O'Malley, a missing teen, using advanced genetic genealogy nearly 30 years after her remains were found.
Body was found in the water in 2001, California deputies say. Now, it's identifiedDNA testing identified a body found in California waters as Craig William Ott, who vanished in 2001, offering closure to his family.
DNA evidence in open cases explored in ABC reality seriesCeCe Moore demonstrates how genetic genealogy aids in solving cold cases while sparking debate on privacy versus justice.
Man guilty of 1st-degree murder for death of 85-year-old in Georgina, Ont. | CBC NewsBradley Strickler received a life sentence for the first-degree murder of 85-year-old Sandy Gauthier following a house fire.
DNA evidence in open cases explored in ABC reality seriesCeCe Moore demonstrates how genetic genealogy aids in solving cold cases while sparking debate on privacy versus justice.
Man guilty of 1st-degree murder for death of 85-year-old in Georgina, Ont. | CBC NewsBradley Strickler received a life sentence for the first-degree murder of 85-year-old Sandy Gauthier following a house fire.
To Identify Suspect in Idaho Killings, F.B.I. Used Restricted Consumer DNA DataThe F.B.I. used consumer DNA databases, against policy guidelines, to identify Bryan Kohberger as a suspect in the murders of four University of Idaho students.
Five Cold Cases Solved in 2024 Because of New TechnologyThe national homicide rate in the U.S. has declined for three consecutive years, with advancements in DNA and genealogy aiding in solving cold cases.
To Identify Suspect in Idaho Killings, F.B.I. Used Restricted Consumer DNA DataThe F.B.I. used consumer DNA databases, against policy guidelines, to identify Bryan Kohberger as a suspect in the murders of four University of Idaho students.
Five Cold Cases Solved in 2024 Because of New TechnologyThe national homicide rate in the U.S. has declined for three consecutive years, with advancements in DNA and genealogy aiding in solving cold cases.
JonBenet Ramsey case gets renewed attention 28 years after her murderNew DNA technology and public interest are reviving hopes for solving JonBenét Ramsey's murder.
Police identify body of man who set out to bike, canoe from Alberta to Ontario in 2016 | CBC NewsGarnet Michael Nelson was identified through genetic genealogy after being found dead on Lake Huron eight years prior.Media played a key role in identifying Garnet Nelson during the investigation after his body was discovered.
Serial rape suspect wanted in 1989 Massachusetts case arrested in L.A. after police chaseThe suspected serial rapist, Stephen Paul Gale, wanted since 1989, was arrested in Los Angeles after a lengthy police chase.