In the second episode of the series, Ret. Det. Lindsey Wade rejoins Jared Bradley to delve further into the intricacies of criminal investigations. Her career, ignited by personal experiences and the notorious Ted Bundy case, led her to specialize in solving cold cases through DNA analysis. Wade’s stories illuminate her deep-seated passion for justice and a relentless pursuit of truth.

The conversation revolves around the pivotal role of the CODIS database. Despite its critical importance, a significant challenge law enforcement faces is the limited number of DNA profiles within the system. Wade advocates for mandatory DNA collection from all convicts to bridge this gap. Even as she acknowledges the potential of investigative genetic genealogy, she emphasizes that efforts should primarily be focused on maximizing the existing CODIS system's efficacy.

Wade also shares insights on criminal behavior patterns, noting that individuals often commit a range of offenses. This increases the likelihood of apprehension for non-violent crimes, such as burglary or drug possession.

Ret. Det. Lindsey Wade is an Author, Podcaster, and a former Tacoma Police Officer with over two decades of experience in law enforcement. Specializing in solving cold cases through the power of DNA, Lindsey has served as a detective, a Senior Investigator for the Washington State Attorney General’s Office, and as a member of multiple national investigative associations.

Takeaways

1. The CODIS database is a vital tool in criminal investigations.
2. Criminals often engage in a variety of offenses.
3. Crime labs need funding.

Connect

Lindsey Wade: www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-w-85033b138

Website: www.lindseywade.org

Jared Bradley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredvbradley/

DNA Retrieval: https://www.m-vac.com/

Support the show

All Things Crime is a new, comprehensive video series that will explore every aspect of crime and the ensuing investigation, one video interview at a time. The host, Jared Bradley, is the President of M-Vac Systems, which is a wet-vacuum based forensic DNA collection system, and has experience traveling the world training all levels of law enforcement and crime lab DNA analysts in using the M-Vac to help solve crime.

Along the way he has met people from all walks of life and experience in investigating crimes, so is putting that knowledge to use in another way by sharing it in these videos. If you are interested in more videos about the M-Vac, DNA and investigations, also check out the M-Vac's channel @https://www.youtube.com/c/MVacSystems...

🛑 🚔 THIS POD IS PROTECTED UNDER COPYRIGHT LAWS, AND VIOLATORS WILL BE PROSECUTED! PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU CREDIT AND LINK THE SOURCE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING!

#DNA #MVac #crime #forensics #murder #rape #coldcase #investigation #detective #lawenforcement #victim #justice #lawandorder #society #mystery #unsolved #collection #technology