Michael Sidney Hill, a British citizen, was found dead in Phoenix, Arizona in 2013, unidentified for over a decade. He lacked personal belongings and identification, leading to his temporary designation as 'Maricopa County John Doe 2013'. Researchers utilized Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) to connect DNA analysis with family trees, successfully identifying Hill. Dr. Craig Paterson emphasized IGG's capacity to restore dignity to unidentified deceased individuals. The method has been previously successful in the US and is now applied to identify UK citizens, showcasing the growing potential of genetic databases.
Michael Sidney Hill, a British man who died in Arizona in 2013, was identified after a decade of being known only as 'Maricopa County John Doe 2013'.
Advancements in Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) combined DNA analysis with family searches, allowing researchers to identify previously unidentified deceased individuals.
Dr. Craig Paterson remarked on the significance of IGG, stating it can bring names and dignity to unidentified persons and closure to families with missing loved ones.
The application of IGG has already proven impactful in the US, famously aiding in the capture of the Golden State Killer and now extending to UK citizens.
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