DNA Technology Advances Investigation into 1988 Evelyn Matchett Murder
Indiana State Police are utilizing advanced DNA technology to seek new leads in the 1988 murder of 67-year-old Evelyn Matchett in Pretty Lake.
Case Overview
Law enforcement officials are revisiting a decades-old cold case following developments in forensic science. Evelyn Matchett was discovered deceased inside her residence in Pretty Lake, Indiana, on February 4, 1988.
The investigation into her death has remained unsolved for over 35 years. Detectives are now turning to modern genetic profiling to identify potential suspects through biological evidence collected at the original crime scene.
Investigative Efforts
ISP Detective Arthur Smith is leading the renewed effort to bring closure to the Matchett family. The transition from traditional investigative methods to advanced DNA sequencing offers a new avenue for analyzing evidence that was previously inconclusive.
The Indiana State Police are requesting assistance from the community to identify any individuals who may have information regarding the events surrounding the crime. Authorities believe that even small, historical details could assist in connecting biological data to a specific person of interest.
Request for Public Assistance
Police urge anyone with knowledge of this case to contact the following:
- Indiana State Police local field offices
- Crime Stoppers programs
- Detective Arthur Smith's investigative unit
Law enforcement officials emphasize that any information provided can be submitted anonymously. The agency is committed to utilizing every available scientific resource to resolve the homicide of Matchett.
