Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG): a guide for prosecutors

DNA Strands

By Leighton D’AntoniAssistant Criminal District Attorney in Dallas County Forensic investigative genetic genealogy (abbreviated FIGG, IGG, or FGG) is a groundbreaking tool in the field of criminal investigations.[1] It is revolutionizing the way DNA evidence is utilized while giving law enforcement the confidence to solve previously unsolvable violent crimes. Reflecting this confidence and enthusiasm, one investigator … Read more

Greenville police announce arrest of woman in homicide of infant known as Julie Valentine

In the News

Greenville police have announced a break in the decades-old murder of an infant known as Julie Valentine. Chief Ken Miller said Brook Graham, 53, was charged with homicide by neglect after 5 p.m. Wednesday. Graham is being held without bond. Miller called the crime an “unfortunate and terrible murder of a defenseless infant,” and credited … Read more

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