New DNA Evidence Could Change the Fate of Convicted Murderers
The decades-old case of Gary Triano's murder is back in the spotlight as new DNA analysis emerges, suggesting a possible miscarriage of justice. On November 1, 1996, the prominent Tucson…
Forensic science is the application of scientific principles and techniques to investigate crimes and analyze evidence in a legal context. It encompasses a variety of disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, and social sciences, to collect, preserve, and examine physical evidence from crime scenes. The findings of forensic science play a critical role in the criminal justice system, assisting law enforcement in solving crimes, identifying victims, and providing expert testimony in court. Key areas within forensic science include forensic biology (such as DNA analysis), forensic chemistry (to analyze substances), forensic toxicology (to study the effects of drugs and poisons), and forensic anthropology (to identify human remains). Overall, forensic science serves to bridge the gap between science and the law, ensuring that investigations are based on empirical evidence and that findings are scientifically valid.
The decades-old case of Gary Triano's murder is back in the spotlight as new DNA analysis emerges, suggesting a possible miscarriage of justice. On November 1, 1996, the prominent Tucson…