# Man who sent anonymous tip to Alaska police charged in 1993 murder

A suspect who voluntarily sent an anonymous tip to Alaska police has been charged with a 1993 killing. The tip led investigators to reopen the cold case and identify the suspect through DNA evidence. This case highlights how advances in forensic technology can solve decades-old crimes.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/21/alaska-murder-charge-anonymous-tip-christopher-popps) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:07 GMT