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DNA Evidence Sparks Cold Case Reopening | Texas News
Over a decade after the brutal 2012 murder of her close friend Irasema Chavez, Mayra Velasquez is facing capital murder charges — and she’s standing firm in her innocence. Arrested last month with DNA evidence (a single blood drop) found at the scene, Velasquez was held without bond before being released on bail. Surveillance footage allegedly shows her entering Chavez’s Arlington apartment that fateful night, but her defense argues the DNA only proves presence — not guilt. With no clear motive or weapon, they’re determined to expose the real killer, emphasizing their deep friendship and…
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