How police in US are using the power of podcasts to crack unsolved murders
Summary
Police departments in the United States are using podcasts to help solve unsolved murder cases. These podcasts tell the story of the crimes and ask the public for new information that might lead to justice.Key Facts
- California police caught a murder suspect in Mexico after launching a podcast about the case.
- In Illinois, a podcast helped lead to the discovery of a woman’s body that had been missing for over 40 years.
- The Aurora Police Department in Colorado released a podcast about a 10-year-old unsolved murder of Chelsea Yasser.
- True crime podcasts are very popular, which helps police reach a larger audience.
- Police podcasts let departments control the information shared and encourage people to provide tips.
- These podcasts often feature detailed storytelling similar to famous true crime shows like Serial.
- DNA and new forensic genealogy techniques are used alongside podcasts to investigate cases.
- The approach is relatively new but is expected to grow as a tool for solving crimes.
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