Cold Case Breakthroughs

Follow the progress and recent breakthroughs in previously unsolved cold cases. Learn how advancements in forensic technology and investigative techniques have played a pivotal role in bringing justice to long-forgotten cases.

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The Anna Jean Kane Murder: How IGG Solved a 34-Year-Old Cold Case

In 1988, 26-year-old Anna Jean Kane was found strangled in Berks County, Pennsylvania. For decades the case went cold. In 2022, investigators used forensic genealogy…

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Serial Rapist Sentenced: Dallas County’s First Genetic Genealogy Trial

The first genetic genealogy jury trial in Dallas County led to a life sentence for serial rapist Christopher Michael Green, solved through innovative forensic techniques.

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Discarded Cigarette Leads to Arrest in 1980 Washington Murder Case

Discover how DNA testing and forensic genetic genealogy solved the 1980 murder of Dorothy Silzel in Washington, leading to the arrest of Kenneth Kundert after…

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Genetic Genealogy Cold Case Dallas: Serial Rapist Sentenced to Life in Historic Forensic Breakthrough

Explore how Genetic Genealogy solved a 2005 cold case in Dallas, leading to a life sentence for a serial rapist. This case marks the first…

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Australia’s First Forensic Genealogy Breakthrough: How Police are Solving Cold Cases

Police in Australia are making significant strides in solving cold cases through the use of genetic genealogy. The Kangaroo Island case, dating back over 40…

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Breakthrough in Cold Case: DNA from Cigarette Butts Leads to Arrest in 2003 Homicide

In a significant development, Hamilton County Prosecutor Melissa Powers announced on October 2, 2023, that an indictment had been issued against Robert Stewart for the…

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Unraveling the Mystery: DDP Identifies 1983 Teen Victim of Larry Eyler, the Highway Killer

Unravel the chilling tale of the DNA Doe Project's latest triumph as they unveil the identity of a long-lost victim of the infamous Highway Killer,…

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Breakthrough in Solving a Cold Case Homicide: The Long-Awaited Closure

Read the incredible story of how a cold case homicide from 1981 was finally solved using cutting-edge DNA technology and forensic genealogy.

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Genetic Genealogy Breakthrough: Solving the 22-Year-Old John Doe Case

A decades-old mystery is solved as genetic genealogy reveals the identity of Conception Bay John Doe: Temistocle Fernandez Casas, a Cuban man who vanished in…

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Genealogy Solves Mystery: Young Boy Identified After Decades

Explore the remarkable story of how genealogical techniques and forensic science helped solve a decades-old mystery. Read about the identification of a young boy whose…

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DNA Breakthrough: Jack Clawson Identified as ‘Pipeline Pete’ After 42 Years

After 42 years, the mystery of "Pipeline Pete" is solved. DNA testing confirms the identity of Jack Clawson, bringing closure to his family. Learn about…

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DNA Re-examination Unveils Breakthrough in Joanne Ghostkeeper’s Murder Case

Edmonton Police Service (EPS) makes an arrest in the long-unsolved murder case of Joanne Ghostkeeper. Brayan Boucher charged with first-degree murder after DNA breakthrough. Explore…

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Cold Case Breakthrough: Genealogy Solves Spokane’s Long-standing Mysteries, Identifying Missing Homicide Victim and Unveiling John Doe’s Identity

Spokane investigators harness the power of genetic genealogy to crack two decades-old cold cases, bringing closure to families and shedding light on unsolved mysteries. Through…

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Elk Valley Jane Doe Identified After 37 Years: The Case of Tracy Sue Walker.

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Teams with Othram to Identify Elk Valley Jane Doe. The child whose skeletal remains were found nearly four decades ago in…

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Genetic Genealogy Solves Cold Case with Record-Low DNA Sample

Forensic genetic genealogy has solved a decades-old cold case involving Roxanne Wood, using a highly degraded DNA sample to identify the assailant. Learn about this…

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How Familial DNA Evidence Led to Arrest in ’99 Cold Case Killing of Bronx Girl

Discover how familial DNA led to an arrest in the 1999 murder of Minerliz Soriano, showcasing the power of forensic technology in solving cold cases.

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Tiger Lady Cold Case: 1991 Homicide Victim Identified

Cutting‑edge DNA and genealogical analysis have finally identified the 1991 homicide victim known as “Tiger Lady” in New Jersey, tracing her origins to Coatesville, Pennsylvania.

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32-Year-Old Las Vegas Cold Case Solved, Setting New DNA Testing Benchmark

The Tragic Case of Stephanie Isaacson On June 1, 1989, 14-year-old Stephanie Isaacson disappeared on her way to Eldora High School in Las Vegas. Taking…

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Third Highway Killer Victim Identified Decades After Being Found

The remains of "Brad Doe," found in 1983, have been identified as John Ingram Brandenburg, Jr., thanks to forensic genealogy. Learn how DNA analysis helped…

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The Breakthrough in Julie Hansen’s 1972 Cold Case

Identifinders International in conjunction with the Naperville Police Department is pleased to announce the arrest of Barry Lee Whelpley as a suspect in the murder…

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