A Maryland family is in shock after recent DNA analysis linked a woman's ex-boyfriend to her mother's murder that occurred in 2001. The victim's daughter, Lauren Preer, revealed that the suspect, Eugene Gligor, was her ex-boyfriend, adding a chilling twist to the tragic case.
Leslie Preer was discovered deceased in her home in Montgomery County's Chevy Chase neighborhood on May 2, 2001, after failing to report to work. The Montgomery County Department of Police's Cold Case Section reopened the investigation, leading to a breakthrough through genetic genealogical DNA analysis.
Assistant Chief Nicholas Augustine of the Montgomery County Police Department highlighted the significance of forensic genealogy in identifying Gligor as a match to the DNA evidence found at the crime scene. Augustine emphasized the department's commitment to pursuing justice for victims, regardless of the time that has passed since the crime.
Gligor, now 44, was apprehended by the US Marshal's Task Force in Washington, D.C., on June 18 and has been charged with first-degree murder in connection to Leslie Preer's death. Lauren Preer expressed disbelief at the revelation, stating that she had never suspected Gligor of being involved in her mother's murder, despite their past relationship.
The suspect's arrest has left the community stunned, with many struggling to comprehend how someone they knew could be implicated in such a heinous crime. Gligor is currently awaiting extradition from Washington, D.C., to Maryland to face trial for the charges brought against him.
Authorities have not disclosed a motive for Leslie Preer's murder, leaving lingering questions about the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. The case serves as a reminder of the enduring impact of unresolved crimes and the importance of leveraging advancements in forensic technology to seek justice for victims and their families.
