Who says television is bad for you? NY Law & Order fan's detective skills help catch robbery suspect (566 hits)
NEW YORK - Justine Faeth's favourite show is "Law&Order Special Victims Unit." The Manhattan office assistant recently used sleuthing skills she picked up from the show to help police catch a man accused of a string of robberies. The suspect walked into the production company where Faeth works. Police say he stole an employee's purse, an iPod and a wallet.
Before leaving, he drank water and blew his nose. Faeth saved the cup and tissue. Investigators used DNA samples from the items to track down and arrest a suspect. On Thursday, Faeth appeared on NBC's "Today" show. Actress Mariska Hargitay, who plays a "Law&Order" detective, called in to express her "awe." They even discussed the possibility of Faeth doing a walk-on.
