Man tries to frame his twin for two rape cases: gets 140 years
Kevin KontherA 57-year-old man living in California, United States, was sentenced to 140 years in prison. Rape A 9-year-old girl and a 32-year-old woman, incidents that date back more than two decades. The sentence was handed down by a judge Orange County Superior CourtMarks the closure of the case that achieved significant progress thanks to genetic technology.
According to reports from NBC NewsInvestigations that lead to capture Conther And in 2019 his twin brother revealed an unexpected twist when a convicted man tried to frame his brother for crimes by taking advantage of his similar genetic makeup.
However, a secret recording between the two brothers after their arrest will contain several self-incriminating statements Contherincluding the admission of being the author of these acts.
In these recordings, the perpetrator is heard making derogatory comments towards women and talking about a “chemical imbalance” in his mind, reflecting the struggles he has faced over the years.
The judicial process resulted in a maximum sentence of 140 years and life imprisonment Contherwho was indicted on two counts in February Forced rape and other crimes, incl sexual assault To the third victim, the daughter of an ex-girlfriend.
people recalled the attacks carried out by Conther They are from October 1995 and June 1998. In the first case, a 9-year-old girl was attacked while returning from shopping for school supplies.
About three years later, a 32-year-old woman suffered a similar fate while jogging Old Mission. Identification of Conther The offensive was possible due to the coincidence of DNA Advances gained through use of genetic studies in two attacks, 2018 investigations.
A relentless pursuit of justice from Orange County Police Department And Orange County District Attorney’s Office This has ensured that other predators who prey on young men and women will never be a threat again, said the district attorney. Todd Spitzer.
Kevin Konther He tried in vain to get his twin brother to take credit for his crimes, highlighting the complexity of these cases and the importance of evidence. DNA. The prosecution asserted that, despite the genetic similarity, it was the production of covert recordings that finally made it possible to distinguish between them. Conther As the perpetrators of these heinous acts.
CBS News He highlighted that the case not only highlights the advancement in criminal investigation techniques, but also the persistence of the authorities to ensure that justice is done even decades after the crimes have taken place. Now along Conther Behind bars, victims and their families can begin the long process of healing, knowing that their abuser must face the consequences of their actions.