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The Seattle Police Department (SPD) received $1.5 million in FY2024 from the SAKI program. This funding will support the continued investigation and prosecution of unsolved sexual assault cases. These efforts will utilize advanced DNA analysis, new research methodologies, and innovative investigative tools to seek justice for victims. The project will enhance SPD's capabilities by forming a multidisciplinary team (MDT) involving prosecutors, victim advocates, and service providers to ensure a coordinated response. SPD will implement a Sexual Assault Management System for real-time tracking and management of sexual assault kits, aiding in the seamless collaboration among MDT members. Advanced DNA testing methodologies, including single nucleotide polymorphism testing and forensic genetic genealogy, will be employed to resolve cases. This funding will also support victim-centered notifications and trauma-informed support services, ensuring survivors receive timely and sensitive updates.
For more information on the specific SAKI award for this site, see the table below.
| Year | Amount | Purpose Area |
|---|---|---|
| FY2024 | $1,500,000 | Investigation and Prosecution of Cold Case Sexual Assaults |
Funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative aims to create a coordinated community response that ensures just resolution to sexual assault cases. Through this program, funding is provided to support multidisciplinary community response teams engaged in the comprehensive reform of jurisdictions approaches to sexual assault cases resulting from evidence found in previously unsubmitted sexual assault kits.
