Henry Lee, forensic scientist who testified at O.J. Simpson trial, dies at 87
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Key Points:
- Renowned forensic scientist Henry Lee, known for his role in high-profile cases like the O.J. Simpson trial, has died at age 87 after a brief illness at his home in Henderson, Nevada.
- Lee gained fame for his expert testimony and innovative crime scene investigation techniques, contributing to cases such as the JonBenét Ramsey murder, Scott Peterson trial, and Phil Spector case.
- Despite his acclaim, Lee faced controversy when a 2023 federal court found him liable for fabricating evidence in a 1985 murder case that wrongfully imprisoned two men for decades.
- Born in China and later moving to the U.S., Lee built a distinguished career in forensic science, leading Connecticut's forensic lab and developing the University of New Haven’s forensic program, where he also founded a forensics institute.
- Lee authored over 40 books and was finalizing a work on missing-person investigations before his death; his legacy endures through his contributions to forensic science education and law enforcement.
