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.
Key Points
Case solved nearly three decades after the crime
Paul Hutchinson identified as the killer through DNA evidence
Hutchinson took his own life after being questioned by investigators
Pros
Advanced DNA testing and forensic genetic genealogy helped solve the case
Commitment to justice for victims shown by authorities