Kevin Konther Sentenced to 140 Years for Historical Rapes

Advanced Genealogy Technology Crucial in Convicting Konther, Who Tried to Blame His Twin Brother

Kevin Konther, a 58-year-old man from California, has been sentenced to 140 years in prison for the rapes of a nine-year-old girl and a 32-year-old jogger in the 1990s, and the molestation of a 12-year-old girl.
Konther initially tried to blame his identical twin brother for the crimes, but was implicated by DNA evidence and incriminating statements he made in covertly recorded conversations.
The breakthrough in the case came in 2019 when the FBI’s Genealogy Team traced DNA evidence to Konther and his twin brother, leading to their arrest.
Konther's twin brother has not been charged, as he expressed shock at the allegations and did not make any incriminating statements.
The case highlights the crucial role of advanced genealogy technology in solving complex criminal cases and delivering justice.