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UK researchers have developed a DNA database for 80 dog breeds, utilizing short tandem repeats (STRs), to help police identify canine material at crime scenes, potentially leading to the identification of perpetrators or links to incidents.
First tracked September 25, 2026 at 10:10 AM CDT · Latest material update September 25, 2026 at 10:26 AM CDTA hidden genetic treasure trove in UK dogs is poised to revolutionize police work, offering forensic scientists a powerful new tool to link canine DNA found at crime scenes directly to specific breeds and potential suspects, promising fresh leads in complex criminal investigations.