An 83-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the 1981 murder of an elderly woman in Dallas, Texas, thanks to a DNA match discovered over four decades later. Willie Jones was initially taken into custody on January 16, 2025, for a parole violation stemming from a previous sexual assault. During his processing, authorities collected a DNA sample, which subsequently linked him to the unsolved murder of Virginia White.

At the time of the murder, Jones was 40 years old, while White was 81. Dallas Police confirmed the DNA evidence connected Jones to the cold case and stated that he is not currently a suspect in any other unsolved homicides. The Dallas Police Department expressed their commitment to bringing closure to victims' families, highlighting the tireless work of their detectives. Prior to this arrest, Jones was also wanted on several unrelated warrants in Dallas County.

Authorities have not yet disclosed the motive for the murder or provided further details regarding the circumstances surrounding White's death. Jones is currently facing capital murder charges and is being held in the Dallas County Jail. His bond has not yet been set. The investigation is ongoing.