Analyst Talk LEAN - IGGA - Christine Fiechter & Kimm Barnes

Analyst Talk LEAN - IGGA - Christine Fiechter & Kimm Barnes

July 13, 2026 · 58 min · Season 1 · Episode 328

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The episode discusses the role of investigative genetic genealogy in solving cold cases and features insights from experts in the field.

Investigative genetic genealogy is helping solve cold cases, identify unknown victims, and generate leads that traditional investigative methods could not uncover. But where do law enforcement analysts fit into this rapidly evolving field? In the inaugural episode of LEAN (Law Enforcement Analysis Networks), host Jason Elder speaks with Christine Fiechter and Kimm Barnes of the newly formed Investigative Genetic Genealogy Association (IGGA). Christine and Kimm explain the fundamentals of investigative genetic genealogy, how DNA matches and family trees are used to develop investigative leads, and some of the common misconceptions surrounding the practice.

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