The Lab Detective | Tortoise Investigates Myths and monsters | The Lab Detective Ep4
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Aug 5, 2025 Carola Vinuesa, a geneticist involved in notable cases like Kathleen Folbigg's, and Katerina Bakoyani, an investigative journalist from Athens, dive deep into the tragic case of Roula Pispirigou, accused of murdering her three children. They discuss the flaws in the police investigation and the potential for genetic testing to challenge her conviction. The conversation highlights how media portrayal influences public opinion and raises critical questions about justice and the role of scientific evidence in the courtroom.
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Elena's Journey to Support Rula
- Elena initially viewed Rula Pispirigu as a villain accused of killing her children but grew to support her after learning the complexities. - She and others formed a group meeting regularly to follow the case and advocate for deeper investigation.
Genetic Conditions Explain Multiple Deaths
- A shared genetic condition is a likely explanation for three children's deaths in one family without murder. - Overlooked medical evidence in the case suggests a genetic defect could explain these deaths.
Medical Evidence Ignored in Trial
- Rula’s lupus and antibody levels could cause heart damage in her newborns, explaining their deaths. - Medical history was ignored, yet there was no sign of suffocation in the children.