A Deeper Look into the Amanda Blackburn Case: DNA and Clotting
In the third episode of this series, our special guest medical emergency expert Amber digs deeper into the perplexing case surrounding the tragic murder of Amanda Blackburn from a segment of the publicly available transcript. The focus shifts towards two crucial elements of the case – DNA evidence and the specifics of blood clotting.
Davey Blackburn, Amanda's husband, has drawn attention not just for his seemingly skewed understanding of how DNA works but also for his puzzling actions following the murder. In a public interview, Davey referenced a pink sweater, which he confusingly referred to as a scarf, saying the convicted men used it to clean up all DNA evidence from their home.
Davey's claim highlights a fundamental misunderstanding of DNA. As our listeners likely know, DNA, the unique genetic code found in every cell, can be left behind in various ways – not just blood but skin cells, hair, and other body fluids. It's a highly resilient molecule that doesn't just 'disappear' with a simple wipe-down, especially not with a fabric item like a sweater.
Moreover, the infamous pink sweater was not discovered *inside* the Blackburn residence but in the accused men's getaway car, which coincidentally only had 1 of the three convicted alleged murderers' DNA on it. The man who received the harshest sentence had no DNA found inside the murder house or on this now infamous pink sweater. This raises significant questions about the validity of Davey's claims and suggests the need for a more thorough analysis of the DNA evidence in this case.
Our medical emergency expert, who is also highly trained in Stop the Bleed medical training, brings her expertise to the discussion, digging into the specifics of blood clotting and wounds. She explains how blood clotting in cases such as one can explain some critical questions regarding Amanda's injuries. Blood clotting, or coagulation, is a complex process involving numerous steps that typically begins within seconds to minutes following an injury.
The autopsy report indicates Amanda had scratches on her face. Intriguingly, similar marks were visible on Davey's face during his national TV appearances post the incident. If these scratches were indeed inflicted simultaneously, the coagulation timeline might offer critical insights into the events leading up to Amanda's tragic death.
Yet, amid these details, Davey's conduct in the aftermath of his wife's murder adds an eerie layer to the narrative. His decision to purchase a domain name for his new business, "Nothing is Wasted," a mere three days after the murder raises eyebrows. The timing, combined with his tweet "Nothing is Wasted" during Amanda's funeral, leads one to question his motivations during this personal tragedy. According to the trial transcript, the state asked Davey specifically when he founded his Nothing is Wasted program, and the report shows him on the stand, under oath, stating in 2019. The defense counsel did not cross-examine him. We have digital records that prove the Nothing is Wasted domain was purchased just days after Amanda was murdered and then redirected to his then-church website, Resonate.
This series certainly leaves listeners with more questions than answers. The circumstances surrounding Amanda Blackburn's murder remain shrouded in mystery, with startling inconsistencies and disturbing revelations adding to its complexity.
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