Footprint to Murder: A WCCO Original | 2025 true crime documentary

The 1993 murder case of Jeanie Childs went unsolved for 26 years. But this Minnesota cold case story captured worldwide attention when DNA, social media, and dedicated detectives ultimately led to the killer. This gripping new Minneapolis murder documentary tells Jeanie’s story in a way you’ve never heard before. WCCO journalists Jennifer Mayerle and Grant Verdon take you inside Jeanie’s happy but troubled life, the murder mystery that challenged investigators for decades, and the pursuit of justice that surprised many. 0:00 Introduction 0:57 The life of Jeanie Childs 6:44 The Minneapolis crime scene 12:32 Forensic evidence collection 18:56 FBI investigates murder 24:18 Golden State Killer DNA technique 28:04 Detectives trail suspect 35:12 Murder case interrogation 41:37 Murder charges announced 47:39 Footprint analysis 52:52 Minneapolis murder trial 59:57 Murder appeal #truecrime #coldcase #documentary See a full timeline of events: https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/foo...