The DNA of Murder With Paul Holes Season 1 Episode 9

Ep 9. High School Homicide

  • TV-14
  • April 4, 2020
  • 43 min

The DNA of Murder with Paul Holes is a true crime series that explores the use of DNA evidence in solving some of the most heinous crimes of our time. In season 1 episode 9, titled High School Homicide, the show delves into the murder of a young woman that took place in 1984 in Anchorage, Alaska.

The victim, 17-year-old Shelley Connolly, was a popular student at her high school, and her death shocked the entire community. Shelley's body was found in a wooded area near her school, and the police found evidence of sexual assault and strangulation.

Despite a thorough investigation and the collection of DNA evidence, the case went cold for over 30 years. It wasn't until Paul Holes, a renowned cold case investigator and DNA expert, got involved that the case began to make progress.

Holes takes the viewer through the investigation, starting with the crime scene and the evidence left behind. He explains the technology used at the time, including blood type analysis and physical evidence testing. Despite the evidence collected, the case went unsolved for years.

However, advancements in DNA technology led to a break in the case years later. A DNA sample was collected from the crime scene and entered into CODIS, the national DNA database. The DNA belonged to someone with a familial relationship to the perpetrator.

With the help of a genealogist and the immense power of genetic genealogy, the police were able to identify the perpetrator, James Burrill, who had lived near the victim at the time of the murder. Burrill had a history of sexual assault and had been in Anchorage at the time of the crime.

One of the most interesting parts of this episode is the process of tracking down Burrill by following his family tree. Holes explains how the genealogist used DNA matches and traditional genealogy research to identify the suspect. This process ultimately led to Burrill's arrest for the murder of Shelley Connolly.

Holes also interviews several people involved in the case, including the detective who originally investigated the case and the prosecutor who tried Burrill. They discuss the challenges they faced in solving the case and the impact that the murder had on the victim's family and the entire community.

Overall, High School Homicide is a compelling episode that showcases the incredible power of DNA evidence and genetic genealogy. It also highlights the tireless work of investigators and forensic scientists in solving cold cases and bringing justice to victims and their families.

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  • First Aired
    April 4, 2020
  • Content Rating
    TV-14
  • Runtime
    43 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
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