From decades-old mysteries to notorious serial killers, these cases defied investigators for years until unexpected breakthroughs finally brought justice. Join us as we explore puzzling crimes that were solved by lucky breaks, scientific advances, or bizarre coincidences that led to stunning resolutions when all hope seemed lost. Our countdown includes The Golden State Killer, The Boy in the Box, BTK Killer, Son of Sam, Jacob Wetterling, and more! Some cases were solved through DNA advances, others through TV shows like "America's Most Wanted," and one was even solved by a mosquito! Did we miss any other challenging cases that were eventually cracked? Kindly demystify them for us in the comments below!
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