Cold-Case Investigation Nets Arrest In 1996 Fatal Beating

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Albuquerque police say a cold-case investigation has resulted in the arrest of a 38-year-old man confessed to a brutal 1996 killing after being confronted with DNA evidence that linked him to the crime scene. A police affidavit says Jedidiah Rose initially denied involvement in the killing of Richard Brodbeck at Brodbeck's residence, but then admitted beating the victim in the head with a vase and another blunt object. Police interviewed and then arrested Rose at his place of employment Tuesday. Rose remained jail Wednesday on suspicion of first-degree murder, and it's not immediately clear whether he has an attorney. According to the police affidavit, DNA evidence linked to Rose was found at 14 locations in Brodbeck's blood-stained residence, including on an adhesive bandage. The victim's stereo and vehicle were missing.