When Justice Took Decades 8 Cases Solved Years Later

When Justice Took Decades 8 Cases Solved Years Later
When Justice Took Decades: 8 Cold Cases Finally Solved Years Later | True Crime Documentary
This documentary explores eight extraordinary criminal cases that remained unsolved for decades before modern forensic technology and determined investigators finally brought answers to victims' families. From the Golden State Killer who terrorized California for over 40 years to the tragic murder of young April Tinsley that went unsolved for 30 years, these cases demonstrate how advances in DNA technology and genetic genealogy have revolutionized cold case investigations.
Cases Featured:

Joseph James DeAngelo (Golden State Killer) - 44 years
John D. Miller (April Tinsley case) - 30 years
Lonnie David Franklin Jr. (Grim Sleeper) - 25 years
Gary Hartman & Robert Washburn (Tacoma murders) - 32 years
Joseph Augustus Zarelli (Boy in the Box) - 65 years
John Reigh Hoff (Candy Rogers case) - 63 years
Raymond Rowe (Christy Mirack murder) - 26 years
The Phantom Killer of Texarkana - Still unsolved after 75+ years

Each case examines the original investigation, the years of frustration without answers, the technological breakthroughs that led to resolution, and the emotional impact on families who waited decades for justice. This documentary focuses on the investigative process, forensic science advances, and the dedication of law enforcement who never gave up on finding the truth.
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Which case shocked you the most? Did you know about any of these investigations before they were solved?