When Rex Heuermann was arrested in connection with the Gilgo 4 murders, Suffolk County Law Enforcement explained how DNA corroborated evidence they'd gathered along Ocean Parkway. One important distinction, in comparison with some cases, was the use of mitochondrial DNA which differs from nuclear DNA. Host, Chris Mass, speaks with Cynthia Cale, a forensic DNA expert, about the benefits and challenges in using DNA and a number of other questions related to its role in the Heuermann case.

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S3 Ep15: DNA and Rex's Arrest

The LISK (Long Island Serial Killer) investigation began in May 2010 with the disappearance of sex worker Shannan Gilbert. In the following months, Suffolk County Police uncovered human remains from nine more murders, including those of the "Gilgo 4", all sex workers whose bodies were disposed of similarly. After years of virtually no new developments, Suffolk County Police arrested Rex Heuermann in connection with the murder of at least 3 victims. DNA evidence, cellphone records and witness accounts of a Chevrolet Avalanche truck all led to police zeroing in on Heuermann. As prosecutors prepare for the upcoming trial, details and accounts of Heuermann's life and behavior continue to be uncovered.
Inspired by the New York Times best-selling book "Lost Girls: An Unsolved American Mystery", follow the series as it’s told through previously unheard interviews with family members, friends, police officers, government officials and others whose lives were touched by the gruesome murders. Hosted by Chris Mass.

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The fourth body discovered during the Suffolk County's search for Shannan Gilbert was that of Amber Costello. Mopac Audio is rereleasing this episode from Season 1 as a reminder of who these victims were, the families they left behind and the harrowing circumstances that potentially led to their deaths. While Rex Heuermann sits in a Suffolk County jail and waits for his day in court, his presumed victims should not be forgotten.
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Re-release: Amber

Revisit the stories of Maureen Brainard-Barnes and Megan Waterman. According to the Suffolk County District Attorney, DNA ties Megan's death to Rex Heuermann and is also believed to connect him to Maureen's as well. The episode (S1, Ep4) recalls the lives of the two young women as told by their family and friends. Mopac Audio re-releases the episode in an attempt to maintain awareness of the victims while new details surrounding Rex's case remain sparse.
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Re-release: Maureen and Megan

In an attempt to avoid speculation while Rex Heuermann sits in the Suffolk County correctional facility, Mopac Audio invites listeners to revisit the story of Melissa Barthelemy. The episode is being re-released in an effort to maintain awareness of the victims while the Suffolk County District Attorney's office prepares its case against Rex. The episode (S1, Ep3) recounts Melissa's life and what details are known about the night that led to her eventual murder.
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Re-release: Melissa

(Part 2) Revisit the disappearance and subsequent search for Shannan Gilbert that would eventually lead to the discovery of the Gilgo 4 and other victims bodies on Long Island. Mopac Audio is re-releasing two episodes that focus on the events leading up to Shannan's disappearance and the turmoil endured by friends and family as they searched for answers and justice. Without Shannan's troubling case, Suffolk County Police may have never been compelled to find the other victims bodies.
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Re-release: Shannan - Part 2

(Part 1) Revisit the disappearance and subsequent search for Shannan Gilbert that would eventually lead to the discovery of the Gilgo 4 and other victims bodies on Long Island. Mopac Audio is re-releasing two episodes that focus on the events leading up to Shannan's disappearance and the turmoil endured by friends and family as they searched for answers and justice. Without Shannan's troubling case, Suffolk County Police may have never been compelled to find the other victims bodies.
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S3 Ep15: DNA and Rex's Arrest

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