Inside a new forensic laboratory in Central Florida are thousands of pieces of evidence that could help solve crimes and bring offenders to justice.
Scientists at the facility will analyze evidence for law enforcement agencies across the state, helping investigate everything from DUI cases to homicides. But for crime victims, the work is about more than science—it’s about getting answers sooner.
Years ago, Florida faced a massive backlog of sexual assault kits. More than a decade ago, thousands of rape kits sat untested, forcing many survivors to wait years for results. State leaders say they don’t want that to happen again…