DNA from chewed gum links elusive Washington state murder suspect to two cold case killings

Updated on: October 18, 2026 / 2:10 AM EDT / CBS News

DNA from chewed gum links elusive Washington state murder suspect to two cold case killings

TL;DR

  • DNA from chewed gum was analyzed.
  • The DNA linked a suspect to two cold case murders.
  • The murders occurred in Washington state.