# The Used Condom That Cracked Starr Harris’ Murder Case

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Podcast: [Forensic Files Unsealed](https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771)
Published: 2026-09-16T15:08:09+00:00
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## Resource

This episode profiles the tragic 2010 homicide of Starr Harris, a Tennessee office manager who was assaulted and killed near her home. Investigators initially struggled to identify a suspect because there was no sign of forced entry, though they eventually focused on an employee named Rickey Bell. While Bell claimed innocence, the discovery of a discarded condom provided the crucial biological evidence needed to link him to the sexual assault. A unique pistol-shaped lighter further connected the killer to the scene after his mother noticed her own was missing. Ultimately, the source details how DNA technology and forensic searches led to Bell’s conviction and life sentence. The piece highlights the profound emotional toll the crime took on the victim's family and her community. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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