The details of just how widespread contamination was in DNA testing for the Claremont Serial Killer case was detailed on day 54.

At least seven exhibits were found to have been contaminated, six with the DNA of the very scientists analysing them, and one with the DNA of a victim of a completely unrelated crime.

The details of how the contamination occurred were laid out by PathWest scientist Scott Egan, who himself is one of the contributors of the contamination.

It’s, as Tim Clarke says in this episode, an embarrassing day for the prosecution.

Joined by criminal defence lawyer Damien Cripps, Natalie and Tim discuss what this bombshell evidence means for the prosecution’s case, and what they would have to do next to gain back legal ground.

The question remains however, so what? These exhibits aren’t the crucial samples the the prosecution say contained Bradley Edwards’ DNA, why is this important?

The podcast team discuss this question, and answer some of your listener questions too.

If you have a question for the podcast team or any of their guests, send them in to claremontpodcast@wanews.com.au, and for more on the Claremont Serial Killings trial, head to thewest.com.au or watch 7NEWS 6pm weeknights (AWST) or on Facebook.

The details of just how widespread contamination was in DNA testing for the Claremont Serial Killer case was detailed on day 54.
At least seven exhibits were found to have been contaminated, six with the DNA of the very scientists analysing them, and one with the DNA of a victim of a completely unrelated crime.
The details of how the contamination occurred were laid out by PathWest scientist Scott Egan, who himself is one of the contributors of the contamination.
It&rsquo;s, as Tim Clarke says in this episode, an embarrassing day for the prosecution.
Joined by criminal defence lawyer Damien Cripps, Natalie and Tim discuss what this bombshell evidence means for the prosecution&rsquo;s case, and what they would have to do next to gain back legal ground.
The question remains however, so what? These exhibits aren&rsquo;t the crucial samples the the prosecution say contained Bradley Edwards&rsquo; DNA, why is this important?
The podcast team discuss this question, and answer some of your listener questions too.
If you have a question for the podcast team or any of their guests, send them in to <a href="mailto:claremontpodcast@wanews.com.au">claremontpodcast@wanews.com.au</a>, and for more on the Claremont Serial Killings trial, head to <a href="http://thewest.com.au">thewest.com.au</a> or watch 7NEWS 6pm weeknights (AWST) or on Facebook.

Ever since the shocking deaths of three young women in 1996 and 1997, the unanswered questions surrounding the Claremont serial killings have remained one of the biggest mysteries in WA history.

Any hope of justice in the tragic deaths of Ciara Glennon, Sarah Spiers and Jane Rimmer seemed bleak for more than 20 years, with police coming unstuck and no sign of a breakthrough.

That was until the arrest of Bradley Robert Edwards in 2016, who was subsequently charged with the trio's murders.

For the past three years details about the allegations facing Mr Edwards have been in short supply as his case headed toward what has been dubbed the trial of the century.

Now, we bring you in to the courtroom and walk you through all the revelations, allegations and talking points as the historic court case unfolds.

Join our team of journalists and legal experts as we break down all the key information from the proceedings in Claremont: The Trial.

Ever since the shocking deaths of three young women in 1996 and 1997, the unanswered questions surrounding the Claremont serial killings have remained one of the biggest mysteries in WA history.
Any hope of justice in the tragic deaths of Ciara Glennon, Sarah Spiers and Jane Rimmer seemed bleak for more than 20 years, with police coming unstuck and no sign of a breakthrough.
That was until the arrest of Bradley Robert Edwards in 2016, who was subsequently charged with the trio's murders.
For the past three years details about the allegations facing Mr Edwards have been in short supply as his case headed toward what has been dubbed the trial of the century.
Now, we bring you in to the courtroom and walk you through all the revelations, allegations and talking points as the historic court case unfolds.
Join our team of journalists and legal experts as we break down all the key information from the proceedings in Claremont: The Trial.

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