Homicide Of Lynn Breadon – The First Time In History DNA From A Tooth Was Used To Solve A Criminal Case

A Vancouver, British Columbia, janitor who was going to dispose of trash noticed the remains in the dumpster. In this investigation, there were a number of problems. The first problem was that it was difficult to find any DNA, skin, or finger prints which might have led to the identification of the body. The body remains were burned severely, which made identification nearly impossible. This case, as we learned in class, is solved using Forensic Oral Biology. The only remains of a descendant which could be identified were his jaw bone, teeth and DNA.

Due to the severe burns, it was impossible to identify the corpse. The autopsy revealed a number of interesting things. The burnt hair of the victim revealed that it was reddish blonde. The X-ray revealed the skull of the victim was fractured with several metal pieces, indicating that the victim had suffered gunshot injuries. The autopsy revealed that bullet fragments from the brain were found, as well as blood in the nasal cavity and sinuses, which proved the victim had been alive at the time of the shooting. The victim’s internal organs revealed she was an older female. The remains were identified using forensic dentistry. The teeth and jaw bone revealed that the victim dated between 24-30. High-quality dental treatment had been completed and the victim suffered from an extreme condition called mesiodens. The information obtained was used to identify victim via the missing persons report. They were able to link the victim with the killer by using DNA taken from his tooth. This was done to match the bloodstains found on the killer’s vehicle. Lynn Breaden’s killer, Chris Cruz, was proved to have killed her.

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The results obtained from autopsy xrays, forensic odontologists and other sources were accurate. It was determined that the victim was shot in the head three times with 22-caliber rifle and dumped into the garbage bin. The cause of the incident is not known. Lynn and Chris had a fight after leaving a nightclub. The argument was over payment for cocaine, which they’d just purchased. Chris’s violent actions led to escalation of the argument.

Scientists were astonished by this case, as it was first in history for DNA to be extracted from a dental tooth and used in criminal cases. It was not a first-time drug-related death, but this one made history. Statistics in Canada reveal that cocaine usage has increased by 203% between 2000 and 2010. According to the Health Officers Council of British Columbia, in 2007, the Canadian drug deaths were at 47,000 per year. This number is said to have been growing rapidly. The majority of deaths in Canada are due to overdoses. However, there is also a significant number that result from drug-related crimes. Canadian law suggests that anyone convicted of a 2nd degree murder could receive a life sentence. The parole eligibility ranges from 10 to 25 year depending on the crime. Drug-related offenses and deaths are a continuing issue that has been repeatedly shown to be one the top causes of death in Canada as well as worldwide.

The tragic homicide of Lynn Breadon has led to a rise in the number of cases where there are minimal remains of the corpse. The first time DNA from a teeth was ever used in a criminal investigation, this case broke new ground with scientists. Doctors and police were able to determine the circumstances of Lynn’s murder using forensic odontology and x-rays. The DNA found in Lynn’s tooth and on Chris Cruz vehicle matched up with the blood from the weapon used. Despite the increase in drug-related criminal activity, the majority of crimes are still solved with the aid of forensic technologies.