DNA sampled requested by OPP
May 25, 2011 23:18:08 GMT -5
Post by Cranky on May 25, 2011 23:18:08 GMT -5
I just went ballistic when I saw this on tv. Who wants to bet that if yo don't volunteer your DNA, your a suspect? If the cops think they have a case, narrow down their suspects and get a court order, otherwise eff off. I don't care what the killer did or how horrendous it was, the minute you cross over and "request", you're jumping on the slippery slope.
Kind of interesting because yesterday, I passed through Orangeville and I don't know how I would have reacted if I fit some stereotype and they "requested" DNA sample form me. Without the slightest hesitation, I would tell them to f*** off.
Am I the only one who feels this way?
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Searching for a murderer's DNA
“We have your DNA.” That’s the message the OPP have for Sonia Varaschin’s killer.
“It’s only a matter of time before we find out who you are and bring you before a court of justice,” OPP const. Peter Leon said during a news conference held at the Orangeville police station on Wednesday (May 25).
During the conference, the OPP announced it will begin asking a select group of men who knew Varaschin to provide voluntary DNA samples. The samples will be collected through a cheek swab.
“If you have nothing to hide, there is no reason why you should not be able to provide a sample,” Leon said.
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA) asked the OPP to immediately stop the practice of collecting voluntary DNA samples following the announcement. The CCLA believes samples should not be collected without a court order.
“Canadians have a legal right to refuse when police ask for warrantless access to their most private personal information,” Nathalie Des Rosiers, the CCLA’s General Counsel said in a news release. “This is a bedrock principle of our system of justice, and one that the OPP is subverting by effectively coercing innocent people to hand over DNA samples to police.”
Police will attend the homes of the men, all age 18 and older, to ask for the sample. Collection is expected to take two to three weeks to complete.
“If they refuse, there has to be a reason for them refusing to do so,” Leon said. “That will form part of our investigation.” (FU Adolf, this is CANADA and we have RIGHTS)
He declined to reveal the quantity of samples to be taken, or from what geographic area for fear of compromising the investigation.
“I don’t want to speculate how wide the net is,” Leon said. “Investigators do have a detailed list of individuals they will start approaching over the next couple of days.”
The OPP are confidant DNA found during the investigation belongs to Varaschin’s killer. Leon said the police had to wait for crime scene sample processing before confirming DNA.
Samples collected will only be used for comparison in the Varaschin investigation. Those providing a sample will be asked to sign a consent form and are allowed to contact legal counsel before signing. The sample and all associated documents will be destroyed if they do not relate to the investigation.
“When an arrest is made and the matter is before the courts, the Criminal Code of Canada is specific that samples of DNA and all recorded information or data is destroyed,” Leon said. “That process will certainly take place.”
Leon said DNA collection is not a symptom of a cold case.
“The investigation has not hit a wall,” he said. “This investigation is very active.”
Tips continue to come in.
“Every tip no matter how big or small is being followed up on,” Leon said. “The killer needs to be aware we will leave no stone unturned.”
Investigators ask residents who witness anyone who shows a change in behavior or quickly leaves the area as a result of the DNA canvas to call Orangeville police at 519-941-2522, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Kind of interesting because yesterday, I passed through Orangeville and I don't know how I would have reacted if I fit some stereotype and they "requested" DNA sample form me. Without the slightest hesitation, I would tell them to f*** off.
Am I the only one who feels this way?
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Searching for a murderer's DNA
“We have your DNA.” That’s the message the OPP have for Sonia Varaschin’s killer.
“It’s only a matter of time before we find out who you are and bring you before a court of justice,” OPP const. Peter Leon said during a news conference held at the Orangeville police station on Wednesday (May 25).
During the conference, the OPP announced it will begin asking a select group of men who knew Varaschin to provide voluntary DNA samples. The samples will be collected through a cheek swab.
“If you have nothing to hide, there is no reason why you should not be able to provide a sample,” Leon said.
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA) asked the OPP to immediately stop the practice of collecting voluntary DNA samples following the announcement. The CCLA believes samples should not be collected without a court order.
“Canadians have a legal right to refuse when police ask for warrantless access to their most private personal information,” Nathalie Des Rosiers, the CCLA’s General Counsel said in a news release. “This is a bedrock principle of our system of justice, and one that the OPP is subverting by effectively coercing innocent people to hand over DNA samples to police.”
Police will attend the homes of the men, all age 18 and older, to ask for the sample. Collection is expected to take two to three weeks to complete.
“If they refuse, there has to be a reason for them refusing to do so,” Leon said. “That will form part of our investigation.” (FU Adolf, this is CANADA and we have RIGHTS)
He declined to reveal the quantity of samples to be taken, or from what geographic area for fear of compromising the investigation.
“I don’t want to speculate how wide the net is,” Leon said. “Investigators do have a detailed list of individuals they will start approaching over the next couple of days.”
The OPP are confidant DNA found during the investigation belongs to Varaschin’s killer. Leon said the police had to wait for crime scene sample processing before confirming DNA.
Samples collected will only be used for comparison in the Varaschin investigation. Those providing a sample will be asked to sign a consent form and are allowed to contact legal counsel before signing. The sample and all associated documents will be destroyed if they do not relate to the investigation.
“When an arrest is made and the matter is before the courts, the Criminal Code of Canada is specific that samples of DNA and all recorded information or data is destroyed,” Leon said. “That process will certainly take place.”
Leon said DNA collection is not a symptom of a cold case.
“The investigation has not hit a wall,” he said. “This investigation is very active.”
Tips continue to come in.
“Every tip no matter how big or small is being followed up on,” Leon said. “The killer needs to be aware we will leave no stone unturned.”
Investigators ask residents who witness anyone who shows a change in behavior or quickly leaves the area as a result of the DNA canvas to call Orangeville police at 519-941-2522, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
