Forensic analysis

MISSISSIPPI CRIME LABORATORY

REPORT DATE: 4/29/2022

Andrew Needham, FTEE
Jackson Laboratory
Jackson, MS 39205
601-987-XXXX (FAX 601-987-XXXX)

Analysis: Trace Evidence Examination

Case #: 001838-16D-2022

Case Description: Wendy Holloway Death Investigation

Investigative Agency: Yoknapatawpha County Sheriff's Department

Investigating Officer(s): Det. S. Murphy, Det. T. Armstrong

 

SUMMARY NOTES ON ONGOING EVIDENCE ANALYSIS

Autopsy Trace Evidence

Description Findings
Fibers collected from the victim's clothing Consistent with fibers from the carpeting in the trunk of the victim's car
Minute paint chips collected from in the victim's head hair Chemically consistent with paint found in the shed on the property at 728 Shady Oaks Circle

 

728 Shady Oaks Circle Evidence

Description Findings
Crushed green glass fragments recovered from the shed floor Consistent with glass shards recovered from inside the residence (001838-09 through 001838-11 and 001838-52 through 001838-57)
Latex glove recovered from the yard (001838-112) Consistent in manufacturer, style, and size with the gloves recovered in Incident #001865-17D-2022
Shoeprint recovered near a garden hose at the rear (east) side of the residence Appears to be consistent with the partial shoeprint on the throw rug recovered from the kitchen of the residence (001838-05). Additional analyses ongoing to determine the possible manufacturer, style, and size of the shoe
Narrow tire track recovered near the north side of shed Appears to be consistent with a bicycle tire. Additional analyses ongoing to determine the possible manufacturer, style, and size of the tire

Forensic scientist's note: A quick update on what we've found so far. We'll have additional findings shortly on other evidence you've submitted in connection with Incident #001838-16D-2022. Call if you have questions. —AN