DNA catches out rapist almost 30 years after 'horrific' crime

Rochelle Kirkham
Updated July 7 2020 - 6:39am, first published 5:30am

A man has pleaded guilty after his DNA was matched to a cold case rape almost 30 years later, despite saying he does not remember committing the 'horrific' offence.

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Rochelle Kirkham

Rochelle covers court and has a particular interest in social issues including homelessness, food security and family violence.

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