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Rare clue at Minneapolis crime scene points to a barefoot killer

First publishedJul 29, 16:07 UTC
Last updatedJul 30, 12:57 UTC · 49m ago
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A rare clue at a Minneapolis crime scene suggests a killer was barefoot. The clue is footprints in the victim's blood. A forensic scientist commented on the unusual footprints.

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A crime happened in Minneapolis. The killer was barefoot. Footprints in the victim's blood are a clue. A forensic scientist talked about the footprints.

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This story is important because it shows how police find clues in crimes. It also highlights the unusual circumstances of this case.

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What was unusual about the crime scene?
The killer was barefoot.
What did a forensic scientist say?
He commented on the unusual footprints.
What is a clue in a crime?
A clue is something that helps police understand what happened.
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The outlets reported the story in a straightforward and factual way, focusing on the unusual clue and the comments of a forensic scientist.

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    The unusual circumstances of the crime, including the barefoot killer.

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    CBS NewsCommented on the unusual footprints.
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