Possible tampering clouds DNA sample in Meadowbrook DWI trial

(09/22/06) MINEOLA - The judge in the Meadowbrook Parkway DWI murder trial ordered a second DNA test Friday after the initial results showed possible tampering. Martin Heidgen, the man accused of driving

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Possible tampering clouds DNA sample in Meadowbrook DWI trial

(09/22/06) MINEOLA - The judge in the Meadowbrook Parkway DWI murder trial ordered a second DNA test Friday after the initial results showed possible tampering. Martin Heidgen, the man accused of driving

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