# DNA forensic protocols and investigations in Argentina

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dna-forensic-protocols-and-investigations-in-argentina
> Updated: 2026-08-31T19:55:06.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

In the Province of Buenos Aires, authorities approved a unified protocol via Resolution 2060 to standardize the collection, conservation, and submission of DNA evidence for criminal investigations. This measure, signed by Security Minister Javier Alonso, aims to improve the traceability and evidentiary value of genetic samples through uniform training and strict chain of custody requirements.

In a separate forensic development in Salta, biological samples from the investigation into the murders of French citizens Cassandre Bouvier and Houria Moummi were sent to France for advanced genetic analysis. This international judicial cooperation involves the French National Gendarmerie and follows a request from Salta prosecutors to review the dismissal of a suspect, Walter Lasi.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: France to analyze DNA samples in Salta tourist murder case

Biological samples from the investigation into the murders of French tourists in Salta, Argentina, have been sent to France for advanced DNA analysis to assist in the ongoing homicide case.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/france-to-analyze-dna-samples-in-salta-tourist-murder-case

### 2026-08-24: Buenos Aires Province approves unified DNA evidence protocol

Buenos Aires Province has approved a unified protocol to standardize the collection, preservation, and handling of DNA evidence in criminal cases to ensure traceability and evidentiary value.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/buenos-aires-province-approves-unified-dna-evidence-protocol

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