Summary:
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation is intensifying its cold case efforts by pairing investigative genetic genealogy with Rapid DNA to identify suspects in decades-old homicides. The agency’s dedicated Cold Case Unit, formed in 2023, works closely with families and local law enforcement, revisiting overlooked evidence with today’s tech. By submitting DNA profiles to genealogical databases and tracking down distant relatives, OSBI is bringing long-awaited breakthroughs to stalled cases. Their proactive strategy is turning old files into active leads—and delivering long overdue justice.
