20/20 First Comes Love, Then Comes Murder
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Sep 13, 2025 Lauren Preer shares heartfelt memories of her mother, Leslie, whose murder left deep scars on their family. Brett Reedy recalls the shocking day Leslie's body was discovered, revealing the emotional turmoil that enveloped their community. Brad Bell covers the chilling details that led to a major breakthrough in the case, thanks to DNA evidence. The discussion intertwines personal loss with investigative persistence, shedding light on the profound effects of violence and the pursuit of justice that lingers on, even decades later.
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Discovery Of The Crime Scene
- Brett Reedy and Sandy discover blood and signs of struggle when checking Leslie's house after she misses work.
- Police find Leslie dead in the upstairs shower with water running over her body.
Unknown DNA Shifted The Investigation
- DNA under Leslie's fingernails didn't match her husband, undermining the initial husband-suspect theory.
- That unknown DNA became the crucial lead that kept the case alive for years.
Cold Case Unit Reopens The File
- Detective Tara Augustine reopens the decades-old case and focuses on the unknown DNA and genetic genealogy.
- She and Allison DuPois use forensic genetic genealogy to search public databases for relatives of the suspect.