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Man who passed polygraph in teen's 1979 killing now ID'd as suspect, CA officials say

Advancements in forensic genetic genealogy led to identifying the suspect in Esther Gonzalez's 1979 murder case more than 40 years later.

The True Story Behind Netflix's Gripping Swedish Crime Drama The Breakthrough

Netflix's The Breakthrough miniseries tells the haunting story of a 2004 double murder cold case in Linkoping, Sweden, solved after 16 years.

High schoolers ID possible serial killer in 40-year-old cold case - reveal their findings on true crime podcast

A group of high school students in Tennessee solved a series of cold case slayings and uncovered a potential serial killer.
The students' findings were shared in a 10-episode podcast called Murder 101.

Man who passed polygraph in teen's 1979 killing now ID'd as suspect, CA officials say

Advancements in forensic genetic genealogy led to identifying the suspect in Esther Gonzalez's 1979 murder case more than 40 years later.

The True Story Behind Netflix's Gripping Swedish Crime Drama The Breakthrough

Netflix's The Breakthrough miniseries tells the haunting story of a 2004 double murder cold case in Linkoping, Sweden, solved after 16 years.

High schoolers ID possible serial killer in 40-year-old cold case - reveal their findings on true crime podcast

A group of high school students in Tennessee solved a series of cold case slayings and uncovered a potential serial killer.
The students' findings were shared in a 10-episode podcast called Murder 101.
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A boy snatched from a California park in 1951 is found living on the East Coast

Luis Armando Albino, abducted as a child, has been found alive after 72 years through DNA testing and family persistence.
The relentless efforts of family members and modern DNA technology were crucial to reuniting Luis with his family.

Boy abducted in Oakland more than 70 years ago found living on East Coast

Luis Armando Albino, missing since 1951, was found after decades due to a family member's DNA match and investigative efforts.

Investigators believe DNA could identify all victims of suspected gay serial killer Herb Baumeister

DNA testing may identify remains connected to suspected serial killer Herb Baumeister, pending samples from victims' relatives.
Renewed investigation seeks closure for families of missing individuals, highlighting the emotional toll of cold cases.

Man whose remains were found in Niagara River 30-plus years ago identified | CTV News

Advances in DNA testing helped identify a male's remains from the Niagara River, linking them to a 1995 missing person case.

Body was found in the water in 2001, California deputies say. Now, it's identified

DNA testing identified a body found in California waters as Craig William Ott, who vanished in 2001, offering closure to his family.

A boy snatched from a California park in 1951 is found living on the East Coast

Luis Armando Albino, abducted as a child, has been found alive after 72 years through DNA testing and family persistence.
The relentless efforts of family members and modern DNA technology were crucial to reuniting Luis with his family.

Boy abducted in Oakland more than 70 years ago found living on East Coast

Luis Armando Albino, missing since 1951, was found after decades due to a family member's DNA match and investigative efforts.

Investigators believe DNA could identify all victims of suspected gay serial killer Herb Baumeister

DNA testing may identify remains connected to suspected serial killer Herb Baumeister, pending samples from victims' relatives.
Renewed investigation seeks closure for families of missing individuals, highlighting the emotional toll of cold cases.

Man whose remains were found in Niagara River 30-plus years ago identified | CTV News

Advances in DNA testing helped identify a male's remains from the Niagara River, linking them to a 1995 missing person case.

Body was found in the water in 2001, California deputies say. Now, it's identified

DNA testing identified a body found in California waters as Craig William Ott, who vanished in 2001, offering closure to his family.
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Five Cold Cases Solved in 2024 Because of New Technology

The 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 murder

New DNA technology and public interest are reviving hopes for solving JonBenét Ramsey's murder.

Five Cold Cases Solved in 2024 Because of New Technology

The 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 murder

New DNA technology and public interest are reviving hopes for solving JonBenét Ramsey's murder.
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NorCal man who went missing in 1999 found at LA-area hospital after sister sees him in news article

A man missing for 25 years was identified through a photo in an article, leading to his reunion with family.

Car found in Georgia pond could be linked to 44-year disappearance of wealthy Scarsdale, NY couple

A submerged car linked to a wealthy couple missing for over 40 years was discovered in a Georgia pond, prompting ongoing investigations.

Body found in Bay Area marsh identified, as detectives seek answers

Craig William Ott, previously unidentified, has been linked to a murder case as forensic genealogy identifies his remains after 23 years.

Map among clues to identity of skeletal remains found in Welsh woodland 45 years ago

The Independent champions accessible journalism and on-the-ground reporting in crucial matters.

New footage released of search site in Jo Jo Dullard murder investigation

Authorities continue to seek justice for JoJo Dullard's murder 29 years after her disappearance, urging witnesses to come forward.

Ben Needham's mother says someone knows what happened to my son' after DNA blow

Kerry Needham calls for more men in their 30s to come forward regarding the mystery of her son Ben's disappearance.

NorCal man who went missing in 1999 found at LA-area hospital after sister sees him in news article

A man missing for 25 years was identified through a photo in an article, leading to his reunion with family.

Car found in Georgia pond could be linked to 44-year disappearance of wealthy Scarsdale, NY couple

A submerged car linked to a wealthy couple missing for over 40 years was discovered in a Georgia pond, prompting ongoing investigations.

Body found in Bay Area marsh identified, as detectives seek answers

Craig William Ott, previously unidentified, has been linked to a murder case as forensic genealogy identifies his remains after 23 years.

Map among clues to identity of skeletal remains found in Welsh woodland 45 years ago

The Independent champions accessible journalism and on-the-ground reporting in crucial matters.

New footage released of search site in Jo Jo Dullard murder investigation

Authorities continue to seek justice for JoJo Dullard's murder 29 years after her disappearance, urging witnesses to come forward.

Ben Needham's mother says someone knows what happened to my son' after DNA blow

Kerry Needham calls for more men in their 30s to come forward regarding the mystery of her son Ben's disappearance.
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European police to reopen cold cases to identify 46 women's remains

Interpol is reopening investigations into the murders of 46 women across Europe to bring justice and answers to families.

Dead inmate identified as suspect in 1995 disappearance of 6-year-old Morgan Nick

Billy Jack Lincks, who died in prison, has been identified as a suspect in the 1995 abduction of 6-year-old Morgan Nick.

Police Department Testing AI-Powered Detective on Real Crimes

AI system Soze can analyze evidence in hours, raising concerns about accuracy before widespread law enforcement deployment.

Exclusive | Elite NYC forensic team using science to solve decades-old mysteries and get justice for the dead

Forensic anthropology plays a crucial role in identifying skeletal remains and solving cold cases, offering closure to families of missing persons.
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Cold cases could be solved in 30 hours instead of 80 years thanks to AI

AI technology could help solve notorious unsolved crimes in Britain by analyzing cold cases and identifying new leads.

AI could be used to solve Britain's most notorious cold cases, police chief says

AI technology can drastically reduce the time needed to analyze cold cases, potentially solving notorious unsolved crimes.

Cold cases could be solved in 30 hours instead of 80 years thanks to AI

AI technology could help solve notorious unsolved crimes in Britain by analyzing cold cases and identifying new leads.

AI could be used to solve Britain's most notorious cold cases, police chief says

AI technology can drastically reduce the time needed to analyze cold cases, potentially solving notorious unsolved crimes.
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German police release new video of wanted far-left militant DW 09/11/2024

German police are closing in on members of the Red Army Faction, with new evidence revealing Burkhard Garweg as a fugitive suspect.
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Gilgo Beach murder suspect Rex Heuermann to be charged with murders of two more women

Rex Heuermann will face charges in two more murder cases, involving the deaths of Jessica Taylor and Sandra Costilla, alongside the 'Gilgo Four' victims.

DNA Match Leads to Arrest in Sexual Assault Cold Case

DNA technology advances have led to an arrest in a long-unsolved case of rape from 2008.

Gilgo Beach murder suspect Rex Heuermann to be charged with murders of two more women

Rex Heuermann will face charges in two more murder cases, involving the deaths of Jessica Taylor and Sandra Costilla, alongside the 'Gilgo Four' victims.

DNA Match Leads to Arrest in Sexual Assault Cold Case

DNA technology advances have led to an arrest in a long-unsolved case of rape from 2008.
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Queens Drug Gang Leader Pleads Guilty to Murders in 1990s

Jerome Jones pled guilty to multiple murders related to drug trafficking in the 1990s, highlighting ongoing efforts in justice and accountability.

Man found dead 'neatly dressed' in NorCal softball bleachers identified

William 'Billy' Suttle, a man found shot dead in Sacramento in 1980, has been identified after 44 years, but his murder remains a mystery.

Queens Drug Gang Leader Pleads Guilty to Murders in 1990s

Jerome Jones pled guilty to multiple murders related to drug trafficking in the 1990s, highlighting ongoing efforts in justice and accountability.

Man found dead 'neatly dressed' in NorCal softball bleachers identified

William 'Billy' Suttle, a man found shot dead in Sacramento in 1980, has been identified after 44 years, but his murder remains a mystery.
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Dashed Hopes and Big Breaks: What It's Like to Work on Cold Cases

Cold cases are rarely solved despite technological advancements, leading to many unsolved homicides.
Retired officers like Thomas Elfmont play a vital role in investigating unsolved murders.

Man Killed by FBI in 2007 ID'd as Suspect in 1991 San Jose Gang Killing

A cold case investigation resulted in identifying a long-sought murder suspect, only to find he died 17 years ago during an FBI confrontation.

Dashed Hopes and Big Breaks: What It's Like to Work on Cold Cases

Cold cases are rarely solved despite technological advancements, leading to many unsolved homicides.
Retired officers like Thomas Elfmont play a vital role in investigating unsolved murders.

Man Killed by FBI in 2007 ID'd as Suspect in 1991 San Jose Gang Killing

A cold case investigation resulted in identifying a long-sought murder suspect, only to find he died 17 years ago during an FBI confrontation.
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Two suspected in 2020 slaying of San Jose man arrested

San Jose police arrested two men for a murder from 2020, aided by exposure on social media cold case profiles.

Canadian Police Link Four Women Killed in the 1970s to Dead American Serial Sex Offender

Authorities in Canada linked four unsolved homicides from the 1970s to a deceased U.S. fugitive through DNA analysis and genealogy websites.

Florida's latest plan to solve cold cases? Playing cards for inmates.

Inmates in Florida's prisons are being provided with playing cards featuring photos and information about crime victims and missing persons, aiming to help solve cold cases.
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