Volunteers were assured that their DNA samples would be destroyed as soon as they were confirmed to be unmatched with the rapist's DNA. The majority of those potential suspects were eager to help if it would assist police in catching the suspect. However, 125 men initially refused to provide samples believing that the exercise was discriminatory and breached their human rights.
Volunteers were assured that their DNA samples would be destroyed once they were confirmed not to match the rapist's DNA. Many potential suspects wanted to help police find the perpetrator but 125 men refused to submit a sample, claiming it was unfair and a violation of their human rights.