Investigators believe new forensic technology has helped them crack a cold case that’s more than three decades old.
Woodward's fingerprints were found on the outside of Houts' car, but investigators in 1992 were never able to show he was inside the vehicle.
"We believe that [Woodward] was romantically interested in the roommate and we believe he killed her to essentially remove her from that love triangle," said Sergeant David Fisher of the Mountain View Police Department. "We wouldn’t have filed a case unless we could prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt, so we’re confident in the evidence, we’re confident in the case absolutely," Baker emphasized.Remembering LaurieA few of Houts' close friends and family members went to the Mountain View Police Department on Monday to meet with the investigators who had worked to take a closer look at forensic evidence over the past two years.
Cindy described being ecstatic to hear about Woodward's arrest, then feeling the sadness creep in again as she realized none of this brings Laurie back.
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