On this episode of True Crime with the Sarge, host Joseph Giacalone sits down with Colleen Fitzpatrick, one of the pioneers of Forensic Genetic Genealogy. Learn how forensic genetic genealogy is helping solve cold cases using DNA and family tree analysis

This powerful investigative technique has helped law enforcement identify unknown suspects and victims in decades-old cold cases by combining DNA analysis with traditional genealogical research.

Dr. Fitzpatrick explains:

• What a forensic genetic genealogist actually does

• How investigators build family trees from DNA matches

• How the technique helps solve cold cases

• What it costs for law enforcement agencies to use

• How someone can enter the field of forensic genetic genealogy

If you’re interested in DNA investigations, cold case breakthroughs, forensic science, and modern investigative techniques, this episode provides a clear look at one of the most important tools now transforming criminal investigations.

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