Murder Scene Analysis The analysis and search for evidence is the most crucial phase of the investigation. The success of the case presentation lies in the gradual research and collection of evidence before laboratory analysis. The CSI systematically makes their way through the crime scene collecting all potential evidence, labeling it, recording it and packaging it so that it remains intact on its way to the laboratory. Depending on the division of duties of the CSI unit, he may or may not analyze evidence in the laboratory. The following article explores a murder scene at a convenience store/gas station at 3 am. The investigation material is represented with a number of visible images evidence, the corpse with an apparent gunshot wound to the chest and the testimony of the first officer present at the scene. The document is divided into four parts, including the general overview (introduction), the processing of latent impressions, the human involvement investigation procedure, and the evidence package for further fingerprint analysis. The crime scene investigation protocol used in this paper includes interviews, examinations, photographs, sketches and the processing itself (Castleman, 2000: 23). When observing the murder scene we omit the analysis of preliminary procedures such as scene security, integrity precautions, photographs and sketches.1. Elaboration of Latent Impressions In the initial phase of investigation all visible evidence must be viewed from the perspective of latent impressions. At this stage only physical evidence is taken into consideration. Objects can be divided into porous and non-porous surfaces from the point of view of imprint retention capacity. It is recommended to send all available tests to the expert laboratory, even if non-porous substances...... middle of paper ......ps. The bullet as evidence must be handled with great care as the surface can lose its imprint very easily. Bullets and casings are collected in pillboxes or may be placed in paper bags for a short period of time. In the event that the firearm is involved, we can approach it either as a movable object or as a non-movable object. In the initial stage it can be processed with steaming super glue and then packed in the paper bag for further analysis. In case of blood stains we can return to the initial phase of the swab procedure. If handled carefully, evidence can be the best assistance to the crime investigator and can be used as important evidence in court. To improve investigations any investigator or expert must admit the need for the observation and processing of non-movable property in addition to the regular collection of movable evidence.
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