Overview

• An attorney named Matthew J. Nilo was arrested in New Jersey for four rapes in Boston between 2007 and 2008.
• Investigators used advanced forensic genealogy and DNA analysis to identify Nilo as the suspect.
• Nilo has been charged with three counts of aggravated rape, two counts of kidnapping, one count of assault with intent to rape, and one count of indecent assault and battery.
• The FBI believes Nilo's arrest has removed a dangerous threat, but cannot undo the harm to his victims.
• Officials are asking the public for any information connecting Nilo to similar crimes in Wisconsin, California, New Jersey, or New York.