Tag Archives: cold cases

Forensic Genealogy Finds the Killer: 3 Cold Cases Recently Solved #crime #coldcase

Posted on December 3, 2020 by jchasenovelist

The Killing of Anita Piteau This past year, the oldest cold murder case in populous Orange County, California was finally solved. A unique aspect of this murder was that the identities of both the victim and killer were unknown for … Continue reading →

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No Body, No Problem: Murder Convictions in Missing Persons Cases

Posted on March 31, 2020 by jchasenovelist

The old Hollywood trope of “no body, no conviction” is usually accurate, but not always true. Generally, it is very difficult to prove the murder of a missing person. But, between the tenacity of investigators and the legal precedent of … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Forensics: 2 Killers Finally Brought to Justice

Posted on November 25, 2019 by jchasenovelist

Thanksgiving is the time of the year when many of us show our gratitude for life’s blessings. For some people, however, this holiday is just another reminder of a horrific memory that never relents. And that haunting recollection is the … Continue reading →

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Genetic Genealogy Justice: 2 Killers Arrested Decades Later

Posted on July 31, 2019 by jchasenovelist

Killers be warned. You are no longer safe from the long arm of justice. Years may have passed since you committed your horrendous acts of violence. You may think that your evil deeds are a thing of the past. But, … Continue reading →

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DNA Forensic Files: 1970s Murder Cases Solved in 2019 #ColdCases #DNA

Posted on May 7, 2019 by jchasenovelist

Over the past several years, the use of DNA and genetic genealogy to solve decades-old murder cases has grown dramatically. Combining cutting-edge technology with increased access to innumerable genetic databases, investigators are able to arrest killers who have roamed free … Continue reading →

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Forensic Justice: 4 High-Profile Cold Murder Cases Solved by DNA

Posted on December 19, 2018 by jchasenovelist

The continuing development of highly-accurate forensic science techniques is a fascinating study into the evolution of crime fighting and justice. Over the past decade, there’s been an explosion of cold cases being solved through the use of various forensic analysis … Continue reading →

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Two High-Profile Deadly Mysteries Recently Solved by Forensics

Posted on September 12, 2018 by jchasenovelist

Years pass, but the scars remain. Family members agonize for a resolution of the case that destroyed their lives. While many cold cases go unsolved, there always remains a sliver of hope that a resolution will be attained. Whether it’s—a … Continue reading →