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A police sketch based on DNA

Today, Explained

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This chapter explores the contentious implementation of DNA phenotyping by Edmonton police to create a suspect sketch for an unresolved sexual assault case. It addresses the subsequent ethical concerns and public backlash following the retraction of the sketch, prompting a discussion on the biases in forensic science technology.

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