Man Sentenced After 35-Year Rape Investigation
A man was arrested and sentenced for a rape that happened in 1990. New DNA technology helped police find him. This could lead to more investigations of old crimes.
Willem V. was 59 years old when he was arrested. He was found guilty of raping a 14-year-old girl. The crime occurred in 1990. Police used new DNA technology to identify him after 35 years. The court ordered him to serve 2.5 years in prison and banned him from owning weapons.
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Highlights
DNA Solves Old Rape Case
New DNA technology helped solve a 1990 rape case.
Man Sentenced After 35 Years
Willem V. was sentenced to prison for the 1990 rape.
DNA Used to Track Suspect
DNA analysis allowed investigators to find the suspect after 35 years.
Old Evidence Re-Examined
Police and prosecutors believe this will solve more old cases.
Weapon Ownership Ban Imposed
The court ordered Willem V. not to own weapons.