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Identical Twin DNA Convicts Man for 1987 Abduction
8/31/2025
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- Russell Marubbio, 54, was convicted for a 1987 rape and abduction in Prince William County, Virginia.
- This case is notable for using identical twin DNA to identify a suspect.
- Advanced DNA analysis identified unique mutations that distinguished Marubbio from his twin.
- The victim has endured trauma from the attack for nearly 40 years.
- Sentencing is scheduled for November 7, 2025.
