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Unmasking The Green River Killer: The Evidence Against Gary Ridgway (Part 4)

21 ott 2024 · 10 min. 35 sec.
Unmasking The Green River Killer:  The Evidence Against Gary Ridgway (Part 4)
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In this episode, we delve into the chilling case of Gary Ridgway, infamously known as the Green River Killer. Join us as we unravel the meticulous investigation and compelling evidence...

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In this episode, we delve into the chilling case of Gary Ridgway, infamously known as the Green River Killer. Join us as we unravel the meticulous investigation and compelling evidence that led to Ridgway's capture and eventual confession. From the early days of the Green River Task Force to the groundbreaking DNA advancements, we explore how dedicated detectives and forensic experts pieced together the puzzle of one of America's most notorious serial killers.Key Evidence Highlights:
  1. Eyewitness Accounts and Suspect Sketches:
    • Witnesses provided descriptions and sketches of a man seen with several victims, which helped narrow down the suspect pool and led investigators to Ridgway as a potential person of interest.
  2. Polygraph Test:
    • Ridgway initially passed a polygraph test, which complicated the investigation and allowed him to evade suspicion temporarily.
  3. Forensic Breakthrough - DNA Evidence:
    • In the late 1990s, advancements in DNA technology provided a breakthrough. Semen samples collected from victims in the early 1980s were reanalyzed using new DNA profiling techniques, conclusively linking Ridgway to multiple murders.
  4. Paint Evidence:
    • Tiny paint particles found on some victims matched paint used at Ridgway's workplace, reinforcing the connection between him and the crime scenes.
  5. Confession and Plea Bargain:
    • In a dramatic turn of events, Ridgway confessed to the murders as part of a plea bargain to avoid the death penalty. His detailed confessions and the corroborating evidence provided a comprehensive account of his heinous crimes.
  6. Recovered Personal Items:
    • Items belonging to the victims were found in Ridgway's possession or locations associated with him, further implicating him in the murders.
  7. Geographical Profiling:
    • Analysis of the locations where bodies were discovered showed patterns that pointed towards Ridgway's home and workplace, corroborating other evidence against him.

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to contact me:

bobbycapucci@protonmail.com



source:

Gary Ridgway 2001 summary of evidence (01-1-10270-9).pdf (westsideseattle.com)
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