As one forensic expert explains:
“CODIS is not just about identifying one suspect—it can link unsolved cases together, giving police leads they never would have developed otherwise.”
In Stabler’s case, years of dormancy ended when the database produced a hit, allowing Madison police to connect him directly to the 2013 assault.
CODIS and NDIS Fact Sheet — FBI
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Stabler has been officially charged in court, with prosecutors emphasizing that DNA evidence will be central to the case. Police note that without CODIS, the investigation may have remained unresolved.
The arrest highlights how technology continues to reshape law enforcement. As Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes put it:
“This case demonstrates the importance of DNA technology in securing justice for survivors, no matter how much time has passed.”
