Crime Scene
Witness
Suspect
Autopsy
Fingerprint
Evidence
DNA Analysis
Forensic Science
Physical clues left at a crime scene
Identification of individuals based on their genetic material
Unique pattern on a person's fingertips
Person believed to be involved in a crime
The application of scientific methods to solve crimes
Location where a crime has occurred
Person who has seen or has information about a crime
Examination of a body to determine the cause of death
Release the Crime Scene
evaluate physical evidence possibilities
Record and Collect Physical Evidence
Approach the Scene
Conduct a Detailed Search
Secure and Protect the Scene
Prepare a Narrative of the Scene
Initiate Preliminary Survey
Conduct a Final Survey
Capture the Scene Photographically
Prepare the Crime Scene Sketch
First reaction to the scene
go over every square inch, locate even the smallest particle of evidence
overall, medium range, and close-up shots of potential evidence
rough drawing and then a detailed drawing
final walk through that all potential evidence is bagged and tagged
properly mark and package and a chain of evidence
do an exterior survey and take overall photos
control the scene, with crime scene tape
notes of the full story of what you saw
Answer initial questions
do not be rushed, coaxed or bullied until the job is done
