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Genetic Genealogy Breakthrough Solves Cold Case Murders

4/28/2025

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Forensic genetic genealogy is revolutionizing crime-solving in the U.S., tackling the staggering 300,000 unsolved cold cases. This groundbreaking technology led to the arrest of Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez for the murder of Rachel Morin in Maryland. To harness its full potential, law enforcement urgently needs increased federal support to deliver justice for victims and their families.

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Forensic genetic genealogy is revolutionizing crime-solving in the U.S., tackling the staggering 300,000 unsolved cold cases. This groundbreaking technology led to the arrest of Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez for the murder of Rachel Morin in Maryland. To harness its full potential, law enforcement urgently needs increased federal support to deliver justice for victims and their families.