Every sexual assault kit represents more than evidence. It represents a person. An act of violence. A search for answers that, in many cases, can take years, or even decades, to fully realize. Over time, advancements in forensic DNA analysis have transformed what’s...
As the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) marks its 10th anniversary, we reflect on a decade of progress. From testing thousands of kits to delivering long-awaited justice, see how Bode Technology and SAKI have transformed cold-case investigations and supported survivors nationwide.
This September, during Cold Case Awareness Month, we are reminded of the importance of never giving up on unsolved cases. Each case represents a person, a family, and a community still waiting for justice. The recent arrest in La Salle County, Texas, underscores how...
When it comes to sexual assault investigations, speed and strategy can make all the difference. Today, jurisdictions across the country are demonstrating how innovation—through tools like Direct-to-DNA testing strategies, forensic investigative genetic genealogy...
The Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) is more than a program—it’s a critical effort that transforms the way we address sexual assault and pursue justice. By tackling the backlog of untested sexual assault kits, SAKI opens doors to critical evidence, helping law...
A Hidden Crisis: How DNA Can Help Solve Sex Trafficking Cases Sex trafficking hides in plain sight. Often taking place in unexpected locations, like upscale hotels and neighborhoods. Traffickers target vulnerable individuals—those from unstable homes or difficult...
The sexual assault kit (SAK) backlog is a pressing issue that impacts justice and public safety. This backlog refers to untested evidence collected in sexual assault cases, often due to resource constraints, lack of standard procedures, and systemic challenges....
Mesa Valley, Arizona Police Department arrest East Valley Rapist 22 years after first offense. The man who came to be known as the East Valley Rapist terrorized the residents of Cochise County from 1999-2001. Eight women, each connected by similar suspect behavior and...