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Imagine solving a decades-old cold case with just a DNA sample and a genealogical family tree. “Breaking New Ground: Establishing a Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy Program to Solve Cases in Palm Beach County” takes you inside the groundbreaking implementation of a transformative tool that is reshaping the landscape of criminal investigations. Since 1965, nearly 350,000 murder and manslaughter cases remain unsolved, and approximately 75,000 John and Jane Does remain unidentified. This number continues to rise, with more than 4,400 unknown bodies recovered annually in the United States. While forensic DNA analysis has become a cornerstone of modern criminal investigations, forensic investigative genetic genealogy (FIGG) has recently emerged as a powerful tool to advance cold and active investigations. FIGG enables investigators to overcome the limitations of traditional DNA testing by identifying individuals from evidence and driving investigative intelligence, even when conventional methods have reached a dead end. In this presentation, we will dive into the powerful intersection of forensic science and criminal investigations – where FIGG is transforming the way law enforcement identifies suspects and solves long-unsolved cases. Learn how the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) is harnessing the power of public DNA databases, cutting-edge genetic analysis, and multi-dimensional forensic intelligence (MDFI) to uncover new leads and identify unknown human remains. Through real-life case studies, we will showcase how FIGG has unlocked previously unsolved cases and delivered justice where traditional methods fell short. By the end of this session, participants will understand how the evolution of implementing FIGG at PBSO is reshaping the future of criminal investigations. Attendees will gain insider knowledge of the dynamic collaboration between law enforcement and crime lab experts that has led to remarkable breakthroughs in solving cases. With real-world examples, you will see firsthand how FIGG has been used to identify unknown suspects and bring closure to cases once thought unsolvable. From technical challenges to incredible breakthroughs, this session will introduce and explain how the adoption of new technology has enabled us to break new ground in the fight for justice.

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