Dateline NBC
A Promise to Gloria
Jan 9, 2024
A mother searches for answers in her 14-year-old daughter's unsolved murder. The podcast explores the initial discovery of the body, the investigation, and the determination of the mother to find the killer. It discusses the unsettling atmosphere in Cleveland due to the murders of young girls in 1984. The focus shifts from the stepfather to the boyfriend, and finally to a disturbing neighbor. Yvonne Pointer's unwavering determination and advocacy for DNA technology and fighting crime. The family explores improved DNA processing to find the killer and the strategy to get the suspect to confess.
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- The use of DNA technology played a crucial role in solving Gloria Pointer's murder after almost 30 years.
- Yvonne Pointer's determination and advocacy efforts in response to Gloria's murder have made a significant impact in combating violence and seeking justice for victims.
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The Murder of Gloria Pointer
Gloria Pointer, a 14-year-old girl, was murdered while walking to school. The investigation focused on finding her killer, with detectives initially suspecting her stepfather and then her boyfriend. Over the years, DNA technology helped develop a profile, but no matches were found in the databases. Finally, in 2013, a DNA hit led to the arrest of Hernandez Warren, who had a history of rape and assault. Warren confessed to the murder, and Yvonne Pointer, Gloria's mother, forgave him at his sentencing. Despite her loss, Yvonne has dedicated her life to fighting against violence and advocating for justice for victims.
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