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On March 8th of 2024, they find Timothy guilty of all three counts of second-degree murder. And it was the
first conviction in New York State using familial DNA. Marlene told us she was so
elated hearing the verdict that she had to restrain herself from like jumping out of her seat.
So, a month later, Timothy was sentenced to 25 years to life. Following the conviction, Sergeant
Venosa asked Marlene for permission to get a tattoo with Wendy's initials, her date of birth, and her date of death in
honor of her. A request that moved Marlene to tears. And but if things can't get any more emotional, it was so
sweet, Sergeant Venosa also gave Marlene the handcuffs that he used to take Timothy Williams into custody. He even
had them engraved for her. But I think this shows not only Sergeant Venosa's dedication to this case, but how much of
a bond can form between investigators and victims' families when it is done right.
>> Yes. >> Right is not easy, but it goes a long way. Sergeant Venosa had begun to think
of Wendy as a little sister. I mean, even though they had never met. And he said that solving Wendy's case
was one of the most satisfying points of his career. >> That's >> I know. >> like so incredible.
>> You know, we don't get it a lot. It It's so easy for that relationship to go so
sideways. And like it's really wonderful to see a family feel like they got the support that they needed, the work that
they needed. >> the investigator to like identify and connect to a case like that deeply.

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Brief Summary

Timothy Williams was convicted of murder, highlighting emotional bonds between investigators and victims' families.

Key points

Timothy's Conviction. Timothy was found guilty of second-degree murder, marking a historic use of familial DNA.
Emotional Bond. Sergeant Venosa's heartfelt gesture to Marlene highlights the bond formed in tragic cases.

Episode highlights

Emotional BondSergeant Venosa's heartfelt gesture to Marlene highlights the bond formed in tragic cases.“He even had them engraved for her.”0:42Aug 22, 2025

Episode quotes

I had to restrain myself from like jumping out of my seat.

Marlene's reaction to the verdict.

0:11WatchAug 22, 2025

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