The AI Detective: How Artificial Intelligence is Cracking Unsolved Cases

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In 2021, a 47-year-old cold case in Las Vegas was solved using AI-powered DNA analysis and facial reconstruction. This isn’t an isolated incident — artificial intelligence is revolutionizing criminal investigations, bringing closure to families and justice to victims decades after conventional methods hit dead ends. Welcome to the era of the AI detective, where algorithms are becoming the newest tool in law enforcement’s arsenal.

How AI is Transforming Criminal Investigations

1. Advanced DNA Analysis

Modern AI systems are rewriting the rules of DNA analysis:

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• Pattern Recognition: AI can identify DNA matches that traditional methods miss
• Partial Sample Analysis: Successfully processing degraded or contaminated samples
• Family Tree Mapping: Connecting cases through genetic genealogy
• Cold Case Revival: Solving cases dating back 40+ years

Success Story: The Golden State Killer