Forensics Unit 2

Police Officers

The first to arrive at the scene

Medics

May be called to the scene if there are injured people- victims, suspects, or bystanders- that need medical attention

Detectives

interview witnesses, CSIs, and specialists to obtain evidence that will help them reconstruct the crime scene

Photographers

Document the crime scene in detail

Medical Examiners

Determine the manner of death; natural, accidental, homicide, suicide, or undetermined

Specialists

May be consulted if the evidence requires their expertise

Secure the Scene

Ensure the safety of all individuals and preserve evidence

Separate the Witnesses

Avoid collusion between witnesses

Scan the Scene

Identify where photos should be taken and prioritize evidence collection

See the Scene

Document the scene through photos and videos

Sketch the Scene

Provide a detailed and permanent record of the crime scene layout

Search for Evidence

Conduct a systematic and thorough search for evidence

Secure and Collect Evidence

Ensure evidence is properly handled to maintain its integrity

Expert Witness

Someone with a particular expertise who is asked to testify about scientific evidence related to a case.

Eye Witness

Someone who saw someone or something related to a crime and can communicate their observations

Direct Evidence

Evidence that proves a fact without the need for interference or additional evidence

Circumstantial Evidence

Evidence that relies on an interference to connect it to a conclusion of fact. It does not directly prove a fact but suggests it.

Class Characteristics

Features that can be associated with a group but not a single source

Individual Characteristics

Unique features that can be attributed to a specific source