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DNA Solves 25-Year-Old Assault Cases | Austin News
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- Sep 3, 2026
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- 90
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Summary
DNA science finally cracked a 25-year-old cold case, leading to the arrest of Michael Lance Gamez for two nearly identical sexual assaults—one in 1999 at a park and ride, another in 2000 in a woman’s apartment. Evidence collected decades ago matched his DNA in October 2024, after a painstaking investigation that began in 2000 but stalled until modern tech unlocked the truth. Gamez took a plea deal for attempted aggravated sexual assault and received a 15-year sentence—proof that old evidence, with new tools, can still deliver justice. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4bb7d514278fa223