Identification of Body Found in Mississippi River

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Body found in Mississippi River identified as 15-year-old girl from Iowa after 46 years, DNA evidence key in identification

Key Points

  • DNA evidence and scientific investigation crucial in identifying the body
  • New leads generated in the investigation after building a genealogical profile
  • Brother helped in identifying the body with a tattoo on her arm

Pros

  • Closure for the family of Helen Renee Groomes after 46 years
  • Advancements in DNA technology helped in the identification

Cons

  • Tragic event of a young girl going missing and being found deceased after so many years