Identical Twins Face Murder Trial, DNA Evidence Leaves Prosecutors Stumped
PARIS, FRANCE - February 9, 2026 - Prosecutors in France are facing a complex legal challenge as they attempt to determine which of two identical twins is responsible for a fatal shooting. DNA evidence found on the murder weapon matches both Samuel and Jeremy Y, 33, leaving investigators unable to pinpoint the individual who pulled the trigger, according to Sky News. The brothers are on trial for the murder of 17-year-old Tidiane B, which occurred in September 2020, and several attempted murders the following month.
The case highlights the difficulties presented by identical twins in criminal investigations. Because they share the same DNA, traditional forensic methods are unable to distinguish between them. Sky News reported that the brothers are suspected of involvement in a double gang murder.
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