# Headless, Handless Body Found On New York Road 56 Years Ago Identified Through DNA

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Podcast: [Forensic Files Unsealed](https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771)
Published: 2026-09-15T21:04:34+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1682

## Resource

The episode reports on a significant breakthrough in a decades-old cold case involving a dismembered body found in upstate New York. Through modern DNA technology and assistance from the FBI, authorities finally identified the victim as Clyde A. Coppage, more than half a century after his remains were discovered in 1970. Although investigators have successfully named the victim, the perpetrator of the homicide remains unknown. The New York State Police are currently seeking public assistance to uncover details regarding Coppage’s life and the circumstances of his death. This development highlights how scientific advancements are being utilized to provide clarity in long-dormant criminal investigations. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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