Texas Murder Case Solved with Advanced Forensic Methods

A man in Texas was indicted for the 2016 murder of a woman after advanced forensic methods identified him as the suspect. The case was solved with the help of the Texas Rangers and Laredo Police Department.

Risks of Commercial DNA Testing Services

Commercial DNA testing services pose risks to personal data privacy and security, including potential exposure to genetic testing without consent, increased insurance premiums, and sharing data with third parties like researchers, marketers, and law enforcement agencies.

Murder Investigation of UnitedHealthcare CEO

A backpack matching the one carried by the suspect who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has been found in Central Park. NYPD found physical evidence near the crime scene and is conducting DNA testing and fingerprint analysis.

The Case of Danielle Houchins and Paul Hutchinson

A man identified as Paul Hutchinson was found to be the killer of 15-year-old Danielle Houchins nearly three decades after her death. Hutchinson took his own life after being questioned by investigators. The case was solved using advanced DNA testing and forensic genealogy.

Supreme Court Stay of Ruben Gutierrez's Execution in Texas

The Supreme Court stayed the execution of death row inmate Ruben Gutierrez in Texas less than 30 minutes before his scheduled lethal injection. Gutierrez claims innocence and seeks DNA testing to prove it, but Texas courts have repeatedly denied his requests. The U.S. Supreme Court will consider his case and decide on the DNA testing question.

Child Trafficking and DNA Testing at the U.S.-Mexico Border

Senate Democrats blocked the End Child Trafficking Now Act, which would require DNA testing of adult migrants and children at the U.S.-Mexico border to deter child trafficking. Former DHS officials warned that ending DNA testing could lead to a spike in child trafficking.

Sexual Assault Conviction in Southern California

Southern California man convicted of sexually assaulting five women while hiking or sleeping, facing up to life in prison.

Kenya cult deaths

Kenya's government is handing over the bodies of 429 members of a doomsday cult, led by Paul Mackenzie, who asked followers to starve themselves to death to meet Jesus. The bodies showed signs of starvation and strangulation. Mackenzie faces charges including murder and the trial begins on April 23.

Scott Peterson's Appeal for Conviction Overturn

Scott Peterson, convicted of murdering his pregnant wife Laci and their unborn child in 2004, is seeking to overturn his conviction based on new evidence and DNA testing. His latest appeal focuses on suspects who allegedly burglarized a house near his home and potential new DNA evidence from a van fire and a stained mattress. The Los Angeles Innocence Project is supporting his appeal.

Senator Grassley's Concerns About DNA Testing of Illegal Immigrants

Sen. Chuck Grassley is calling for answers from the Department of Homeland Security regarding an 'alarmingly low' percentage of DNA samples of illegal immigrants being received by the FBI. Grassley cites whistleblower data on CBP DNA collection practices at the border, highlighting concerns about the justice system and public safety.