The Daily A New Way to Solve a Murder, Part 2: The Future of Genetic Privacy
Jun 7, 2019
Heather Murphy, a New York Times reporter, discusses the intriguing case of William Earl Talbott II, accused of a double murder. The conversation dives into how genetic genealogy revolutionizes crime-solving, comparing modern DNA tactics to past methods like fingerprinting. They explore the ethical dilemmas surrounding genetic data privacy and the societal impacts of law enforcement's ability to access personal DNA information. Insights from genetic genealogist CeCe Moore and GEDMatch's Curtis Rogers highlight the future of forensic science and justice.
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Keiko's Story
- The killer whale Keiko, star of "Free Willy," was discovered sick in a Mexican amusement park after the film's success.
- This sparked public outrage and demands for his release, leading to a scientific effort to return him to the ocean.
GEDmatch's Role
- GEDmatch, a DNA profile database for connecting family members, was used to solve the Golden State Killer case.
- This prompted Kurt Rogers, the site's creator, to officially allow law enforcement to use it for solving crimes.
CeCe Moore's Dilemma
- CeCe Moore, a leading genetic genealogist, was initially concerned about privacy implications of using GEDmatch for crime-solving.
- However, after seeing positive public reaction to the Golden State Killer arrest, she decided to collaborate with law enforcement.