Investigative Genetic Genealogy for Cold Cases & Unidentified Remains
Cold cases stall. Resources run thin. Families and communities wait — sometimes for decades — for answers that traditional investigative methods have been unable to provide. Investigative genetic genealogy has changed what's possible, helping agencies identify both unknown perpetrators and unidentified remains with evidence that has always been present in DNA.
Leasure Genetic Genealogy Services brings 17 years of genealogical expertise and specialized investigative genetic genealogy training to work alongside your agency. We are not a large forensic vendor with a case queue. We are a dedicated research partner who takes your cases seriously, works with transparency, and keeps you informed at every step.
If your agency has DNA evidence from an unsolved case — and no clear path forward — we may be able to help change that.
What We Can Help With
We assist law enforcement agencies with cases where unknown-source DNA evidence is present but a traditional database hit has not produced an identification.Unidentified Human Remains
John Doe and Jane Doe cases where a DNA profile exists but the individual has not been identified through traditional means.
Violent Crime Cold Cases
Unsolved homicides and sexual assault cases with perpetrator DNA evidence, including cases decades old where traditional leads have been exhausted.
Unknown Perpetrator DNA
Cases where perpetrator DNA is on file but has not matched any known offender in CODIS or other law enforcement databases.
Missing Persons
Investigations involving a missing individual where biological DNA evidence is available and can be used to develop investigative leads.
Our Approach
Investigative genetic genealogy combines two distinct disciplines: forensic DNA analysis and traditional genealogical research. Our process is methodical, documented, and fully compliant with applicable ethical guidelines.DNA Match Analysis
We analyze DNA matches from the law enforcement opt-in database at GEDmatch and, where applicable, FamilyTreeDNA's law enforcement cooperation program — identifying genetic relatives whose profiles may connect to the unknown individual.
Family Network Research
DNA matches are organized into probable family groups, allowing us to map distinct ancestral lines and focus research on the branches most likely to lead to an identification.
Traditional Genealogical Research
Using vital records, census data, historical documents, and a range of genealogical databases, we build out family trees — working toward candidate identifications.
Relationship Assessment & Correlation
Candidate identifications are assessed by correlating genealogical findings against known case details — geography, age, timeline, and other contextual factors — to narrow and prioritize leads for investigative follow-up.
A note on DNA profiles and database access: Leasure Genetic Genealogy Services does not perform laboratory DNA extraction or testing. Agencies are responsible for obtaining a compatible upload file from their approved forensic laboratory and uploading it to the GEDmatch law enforcement opt-in database prior to engagement. We work exclusively within authorized law enforcement genealogy database frameworks and adhere to the ethical guidelines established by the genetic genealogy community for forensic casework.
What's Included
Every engagement includes the following core services. You will never be left without a clear picture of where the research stands.- Dedicated investigative research hours applied exclusively to your case
- Full DNA match analysis across GEDmatch LEO database and FamilyTreeDNA
- Traditional genealogical research using vital records, historical documents, and genealogical databases
- Detailed written investigative report with findings, source citations, and recommended next steps
- Ongoing communication throughout the research process
- Candidate identification assessment correlated against known case details
- Strict confidentiality and discretion throughout all phases of the engagement
Research Fees
Fees are based on the scope and complexity of each case. We offer rates designed to be accessible to agencies of all sizes — including smaller departments with limited forensic budgets.Contact Us for Pricing
Every case is different. Reach out for a free pre-engagement consultation — we'll review your case details and provide a clear fee estimate before any commitment is made. All inquiries are handled with complete confidentiality.
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