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Colorado crime lab scientist accused of tainting DNA data in hundreds of cases

The CBI released findings of an investigation into Yvonne “Missy” Woods, revealing her mishandling of DNA testing data in 652 cases from 2008 to 2023, including incomplete results.
A review of Woods’ work from 1994 to 2008 is ongoing, as stated by the CBI.
The investigation found that Woods’ actions impacted a significant number of cases over the span of 15 years.

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BBC News

Colorado DNA scandal threatens hundreds of cases

A retired forensic examiner is accused of manipulating at least 652 cases over her 29-year career.

2 months ago·United Kingdom

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CTV News

Colorado crime lab scientist accused of tainting DNA data in hundreds of cases

A retired DNA scientist for Colorado's state crime laboratory is under investigation over suspicion she manipulated genetic test results in several hundred cases dating back at least 15 years, state officials said on Friday.

2 months ago·Canada

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USA Today

Investigation says Ex-Colorado forensic scientist manipulated DNA test results in hundreds of cases

An internal review found that Yvonne "Missy" Woods manipulated data in the DNA testing process and posted incomplete test results in some cases.

2 months ago·United States

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abc News

Colorado finds DNA scientist cut corners, raising questions in hundreds of criminal cases

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation says a former DNA scientist cut corners and didn't follow standard testing protocols, raising questions about hundreds of criminal cases in which she processed evidence

2 months ago·United States

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CNN

Colorado Bureau of Investigation finds DNA scientist manipulated data in hundreds of cases over decades

A now-former forensic scientist with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) manipulated DNA test results in hundreds of criminal cases, an internal affairs investigation found, which prompted a full review of her work during her nearly 30-year career at the agency.

2 months ago·Atlanta, United States

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