In a groundbreaking development, Vermont State Police have announced the resolution of a cold case that has puzzled investigators for over 40 years. The case in question involves the death of an infant boy, who was found near a roadside in Northfield, Vermont on April 1, 1982. For decades, the identity and circumstances surrounding the baby's death remained a mystery.
Thanks to advancements in genetic genealogy technology and partnerships with various law enforcement agencies and DNA technology companies, investigators were able to identify the infant as Matthew Isaac Doe. Through extensive research, they were also able to locate his parents, who have since been confirmed through DNA testing.
According to police reports, the mother admitted to delivering the baby alone during labor and losing consciousness shortly after giving birth. The umbilical cord was wrapped around the infant's neck, causing his death. Overwhelmed by fear and lack of resources, she disposed of the deceased infant in the woods but later lost consciousness and dropped him, causing him to fall from her arms.
The father had left Vermont in 1982 and was unaware of the pregnancy or the infant's death. No criminal charges will be filed against either parent as this case is now considered resolved.
This resolution brings closure to those who have been following this case closely, including Ernest Caswell, one of the individuals who discovered the baby's remains back in 1982. The investigation into Baby Doe's death marks a significant milestone in the use of genetic genealogy technology to solve cold cases and bring families closure.
