DNA Reopens Cold Rape Case | Kansas City News

A Lawrence man, Matthew James Galveston Lawrence, is facing new rape charges after DNA evidence from a 2009 assault resurfaced — reigniting a cold case that detectives reopened in July. The victim, then 20, reported being attacked while walking home at night; now, advanced forensic tech has linked him to the crime. At 37, Lawrence could face serious consequences as prosecutors leverage modern science to pursue justice. Meanwhile, another Lawrence man, 36, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of child rape — details remain sealed for privacy. Both cases underscore how technology and survivor courage are reviving old crimes and keeping justice alive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1cebee760e060eae