New DOJ Fingerprint Technology Helped Solve Vacaville Cold Case

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — Police in Vacaville were finally able to identify the remains of a woman found 28 years ago, thanks to advancements in fingerprint technology.
Cynthia Merkley (credit: Vacaville PD)
Why did it take so long to identify Cynthia Merkley?
At the time of discovery, investigators took fingerprints but said they were significantly decomposed, too much for traditional fingerprinting technology or be of help. Still, they kept them on fire for 28 years.
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