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Genetic Genealogy Discussion Worksheet Student Name: Time Estimate: 35 minutes Reflection Paragraph: Write your reflection here, then copy it into a discussion post for your classmates. The Jeffrey Dahmer murders represent one of the most infamous and chilling criminal cases in American history. Genetic evidence played a crucial role in solving the case decades later. In 2019, investigators used genetic genealogy, a forensic technique that combines DNA analysis with genealogical research, to identify the previously unknown killer of one of Dahmer's victims. This breakthrough led to the identification of Stephen Hicks, the first victim in Dahmer's spree. A pro of using genetic genealogy in this context is to bring an end to unsolved cases and bring justice to victims and their families. However, a con lies in the ethical considerations around privacy invasion and the potential misuse of genetic data. The debate over balancing the benefits of solving crimes with the protection of individual privacy remains an important aspect of using genetic genealogy in criminal investigations. Source: https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/genetic-genealogy-helps-solve-cold-cases Discussion Reply: Reply to one of your classmate's reflections. Copy your reply below. Include the name of the student you replied to in your post and the date you replied. The fact that investigators were able to identify distant relatives first and then narrow down to the younger brother of the killer is showing the power of genetic genealogy in building family trees and connecting seemingly unrelated individuals. I agree that a con is, As noted in the post, linking a family to a suspect, could harm the reputation of innocent family members. Unless Otherwise Noted All Content © 2022 Florida Virtual School. FlexPoint Education Cloud™ is a trademark of Florida Virtual School
Unless Otherwise Noted All Content © 2022 Florida Virtual School. FlexPoint Education Cloud™ is a trademark of Florida Virtual School
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