# Q&A #3: DNA Testing, Overlooked Leads & Other Listener Questions

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Podcast: [Crooked Tree: A West Memphis 3 Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/crooked-tree-a-west-memphis-3-podcast-7844947)
Published: 2026-08-11T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this Q&A episode, West Memphis Three researchers and victim advocates Paul Day and Kristin Rich answer a wide range of listener questions submitted through their Facebook group. From the status of ongoing DNA testing and whether pressure exists to reopen the case, to crime-scene logistics, law-enforcement perceptions of the original investigation, case numbering oddities, overlooked persons of interest, family timelines and alibis, evidence handling, and why certain leads (including those involving Terry Hobbs) received limited early scrutiny—Paul and Kristin tackle the topics listeners are most curious about. They share insights drawn from case files, discuss how the investigation is viewed today (including its use as a training example of what not to do), clarify common misconceptions, and offer updates while emphasizing patience on pending scientific results. As always, the conversation stays grounded in the documented record and the hosts’ long-term research. Whether you’re new to the case or a longtime follower, this laid-back yet substantive episode delivers thoughtful answers, context, and a preview of deeper explorations still to come. Join the discussion in the Facebook group and keep your questions coming for future Q&As.

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