On Feb. 28, the Nevada State Police, in collaboration with the FBI and Othram, announced they have successfully identified a 1980 homicide victim as Albert Matas of Commerce, California, thanks to advanced DNA testing. This breakthrough in the cold case, which remained unsolved for over 40 years, was made possible with the support of RTI, NamUs, and the NIJ, who also funded the investigation. The remains of the victim were discovered in rural Nevada, marking a significant step forward in solving long-standing unsolved cases.
Body of homicide victim found in Nevada desert 40 years ago identified as California man https://t.co/EuikXyylY4
Nevada State Police have identified a cold case homicide victim more than 40 years after the discovery of his remains. https://t.co/3QnFWYuMNs
On Feb. 28, Nevada State Police revealed that it had identified the victim in a cold case from 1980 thanks to advanced DNA testing. https://t.co/Xmf0UleRk0
Honored Othram could assist the Nevada State Police & FBI in identifying a 1980 homicide victim as Albert Matas of Commerce, California. We are grateful to RTI, NamUs, and the NIJ for working this case with us and funding it! #dnasolves https://t.co/hZMiEC2jit
Authorities say new DNA testing has helped identify the victim of a homicide found in rural Nevada more than 40 years ago. https://t.co/M1dplZvMok
An unsolved murder of more than 20 years has been solved. https://t.co/hQVLODfqjE