For dozens of sexual assault victims, the agonizing wait to process DNA evidence in their cases may soon be over, thanks to an anonymous stranger. A GoFundMe seeking to raise millions of dollars to clear Colorado’s massive backlog of untested rape kits received a $52,500 donation from an unnamed individual earlier this month — more than quintupling the total raised since the fundraiser began in March. Sexual assault victims in Colorado wait 570 days on average for the state to process their evidence kits, according to the state Bureau of Investigation. During that wait, victims are often unable to pursue criminal charges, restraining orders or any semblance of justice. As of June 30, there are 1,236 cases awaiting testing, including 398 cases that have been stuck in the backlog since before July of 2024. ✍️ Read the full story by hannahmetzgermedia at westword.com or at the link in our bio. #denver #denverco #coloradocrime #crime #denvernews #westword