EPISODE · Jun 15, 2026 · 38 MIN
Idaho Murder Victim's Family Launches Foundation to Solve Cold Cases
from Cold Case Unsealed · host AC Wilson
Following the 2022 tragedy in Moscow, Idaho, the family of victim Kaylee Goncalves established a nonprofit organization to transform their personal loss into a national resource for justice. This foundation, operating as "Murder Has a Name," focuses on providing financial support for investigative genetic genealogy and advanced DNA testing to resolve stagnant cold cases. By partnering with specialized forensic laboratories, the initiative aims to remove the budgetary obstacles that frequently prevent law enforcement from identifying violent offenders. The episode details how DNA evidence led to the conviction of Kaylee’s killer and how her parents now advocate for other families seeking similar closure. Ultimately, the organization serves as a living legacy for Kaylee, utilizing modern science to ensure that perpetrators of unsolved crimes are held accountable.This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Following the 2022 tragedy in Moscow, Idaho, the family of victim Kaylee Goncalves established a nonprofit organization to transform their personal loss into a national resource for justice. This foundation, operating as "Murder Has a Name," focuses on providing financial support for investigative genetic genealogy and advanced DNA testing to resolve stagnant cold cases. By partnering with specialized forensic laboratories, the initiative aims to remove the budgetary obstacles that frequently prevent law enforcement from identifying violent offenders. The episode details how DNA evidence led to the conviction of Kaylee’s killer and how her parents now advocate for other families seeking similar closure. Ultimately, the organization serves as a living legacy for Kaylee, utilizing modern science to ensure that perpetrators of unsolved crimes are held accountable.This episode includes AI-generated content.
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