Crime Scene Management
by Lianeh on Apr.22, 2009, under Patrol Store
New to Patrol Store and part of the popular Blackstone’s Practical Policing series this book covers all the basic principles of the main types of evidence found at crime scenes like fingerprints, DNA, glass, footwear/footprints, paint and fibres as well as giving you an overview of the science behind the analysis in forensics.
Offering a step-by-step guide on the preservation and recovery of such evidence it also advises on how to package and store them.
With a question and answer section enabling you to undertake knowledge checking and self-assessment as well as information on different scenarios.
This guide is a must-have for those who first respond to scenes of crime. Whilst CSIs are trained to undertake the more detailed side of forensic examination the actions of the first responders makes an all-important difference to the success of the examination.
This book will increase your awareness of the forensic aspects of a crime scene management including the various analysis techniques that are available so that CSIs are better equipped to make informed decisions about the protection and preservation of crime scenes and the recovery of items used for evidence.
Each of aspect of crime scene management that is discussed is supplemented with practical tips, scenarios and a question and answer section to test understanding.
