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The transfer and persistence of DNA under the fingernails following digital penetration of the vagina.
Forensic science international. Genetics - 1 Nov 2011
Flanagan Nicola, McAlister Colin
Abstract excerpt
Acts of aggression and defence during sexual assaults often lead to transfer of DNA from victim to assailant. Of sexual assault cases recorded by the FSS between 2005 and 2010, approximately 20% and 3% involved digital penetration of the victim's vagina or anus, respectively. Of the 309 cases where digital penetration was alleged, a suspect was arrested within approximately 1 day in 135 cases and fingernail...
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