A decades-old rape case in the Bronx has finally been solved with the help of genetic genealogy, a technique that traces DNA through family trees to identify suspects. Authorities used this advanced forensic method to narrow down potential matches and break the long-standing cold case. The breakthrough highlights how modern technology is transforming investigations into old crimes. The full story details how the process unfolded and its implications for future cases.
A Bronx rape went unsolved for 20 years. Genetic genealogy helped crack the case. Gothamist
