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A decade-old Dallas sexual assault case was cold. Police say new DNA testing and testimony lead to an arrest
By Matthew Ablon at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
An arrest has been made in a sexual assault case that the Dallas Police Department reports went cold over a decade ago.DPD said the arrest of 35-year-old Jarvis Pierce occurred in June 2026 after new DNA testing and additional testimony were obtained. Pierce is now charged with sexual assault, an...
Key takeaway Dallas Police said Detective Elizabeth DeAngelis, in 2021, was asked to spearhead DPD's SAKI initiative to start working on cold sexual assault cases.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The arrest of Jarvis Pierce in a decade-old Dallas sexual assault case has significant implications for the broader Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Southlake . As the Dallas Police Department continues to investigate whether Pierce is connected to other cold cases, residents of surrounding communities like Southlake should be aware that their own local law enforcement agencies may be collaborating with DPD on similar cases. The success of the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative in this instance demonstrates the potential for renewed investigations into cold cases in Tarrant County, where Southlake is located. Southlake residents can take note of the diligent work of detectives like Elizabeth DeAngelis, Sara Sheerin, and Carlos Cardenas, who have shown that even after years, justice can still be pursued with determination and advancements in DNA testing. This breakthrough may also prompt local authorities in Southlake to review their own cold case files, potentially bringing closure to victims and their families in the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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