Man’s murder confession spurred by DNA phenotyping mug shot

Posted on November 19, 2017 by csidds

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This case deserves a closer look. Parabon DNA lab did the testing. The method of developing physical traits from DNA samples is a burgeoning business.

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/nov/18/ryan-riggs-texas-man-confesses-murder-dna-image/

More discussion on the issues involving these genetic mug shots from the ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union).

About csidds

Dr. Michael Bowers is a long time forensic consultant in the US and international court systems.
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