Chapter
The Importance of DNA Testing in Solving Crimes
40:27 - 45:49 (05:22)
The speaker discusses the significance of DNA testing in solving crimes and re-opening cold cases, particularly in regards to testing rape kits and fingernail clippings.
Clips
The investigation process of connecting the pieces and proving the connections to solve a case is a tiresome process that often leads to more questions than answers.
40:27 - 42:52 (02:25)
Summary
The investigation process of connecting the pieces and proving the connections to solve a case is a tiresome process that often leads to more questions than answers. The speaker proposes discussing an update on the case including a suspect who continues to revisit the murder scene.
ChapterThe Importance of DNA Testing in Solving Crimes
EpisodeEp.5: Maria
PodcastWhy Can't We Talk About Amanda's Mom?
Two pieces of physical evidence, a rape kit and fingernail clippings, need to be tested in a criminal case.
42:52 - 43:57 (01:05)
Summary
Two pieces of physical evidence, a rape kit and fingernail clippings, need to be tested in a criminal case. However, the decision of where to send them for testing is contentious due to concerns about case backlog and the lab's ability to produce a genealogical profile.
ChapterThe Importance of DNA Testing in Solving Crimes
EpisodeEp.5: Maria
PodcastWhy Can't We Talk About Amanda's Mom?
The nail clippings and rape kit in Renee Bergeron's case will finally be tested by DFS, but will be at the back of the line for the entire state; two hours away in Baton Rouge is a convicted serial killer who may be connected to the case.
43:57 - 45:49 (01:51)
Summary
The nail clippings and rape kit in Renee Bergeron's case will finally be tested by DFS, but will be at the back of the line for the entire state; two hours away in Baton Rouge is a convicted serial killer who may be connected to the case.