How a College Student Solved a 57-Year-Old Cold Case Murder

In this gripping episode, Michael dives deep into the decades-old unsolved murder of 9-year-old Marise Chiverella from Hazelton, Pennsylvania. After 57 years, this cold case was cracked thanks to the groundbreaking work of Eric Schubert, an 18-year-old college student and genetic genealogist. Learn how Eric's unique skills and determination helped the Pennsylvania State Police identify the killer through DNA and family tree research — all while balancing college life. Then, hear about some amazing DNA discoveries from the audience. This episode uncovers the power of modern science and the relentless pursuit of justice for a community waiting decades for answers. Original air date 31 July 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.