Behind the Crime Scene

Suspect Interrogation Guide: Modern Interview Procedures and Techniques

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 13 2026

Explore professional suspect interrogation procedures, from the Reid Technique to rapport-based interviewing, and learn how to maximize confession accuracy.

Chain of Custody for Forensic Images and Hashes: A Complete Guide

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 13 2026

Learn how to maintain a legally admissible chain of custody for digital evidence using forensic imaging, SHA-256 hashing, and strict documentation protocols.

Hepatitis and HIV Transmission: Understanding Bloodborne Pathogen Risks

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 13 2026

Learn the critical differences between HBV, HCV, and HIV transmission risks and how to protect yourself from bloodborne pathogens during biohazard cleanup.

Boosting Sensitivity and Specificity in LC-MS/MS Methods

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 12 2026

Learn how to boost sensitivity and specificity in LC-MS/MS methods using SMRM, narrow-bore columns, and dead volume minimization for forensic toxicology.

Visualizing Ballistic Trajectories: How Courtroom Models Solve Complex Forensic Cases

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 12 2026

Learn how 3D laser scanning, AR, and 3D printing transform complex ballistic trajectories into clear, visual evidence that helps juries understand crime scenes.

Bullet Wipe and Metal Transfer: A Guide to Forensic Casework Interpretation

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 12 2026

Expert breakdown of bullet wipe and metal transfer in forensic casework. Learn how to interpret residue rings and polymer marks to reconstruct shooting incidents.

Courtroom Preparation: Mastering Exhibits and Witness Sequencing

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 11 2026

Learn the professional strategies for courtroom exhibit management and witness sequencing to ensure seamless evidence introduction and a compelling trial narrative.

Heavy Metal Poisoning: Analyzing Arsenic, Lead, and Mercury Exposure

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 11 2026

Expert analysis of arsenic, lead, and mercury poisoning. Learn how these heavy metals destroy cellular pathways, their clinical signs, and forensic detection methods.

Crime Scene Profiling: How to Develop Suspect Characteristics

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 11 2026

Learn how law enforcement uses crime scene profiling and behavioral analysis to develop suspect characteristics and narrow down perpetrator lists.

First Responder Crime Scene Documentation: A Guide for Officers

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 10 2026

Learn the essential crime scene documentation steps for first responders. This guide covers evidence preservation, perimeter security, and witness gathering for officers.

Mitochondrial DNA Heteroplasmy: Challenges in Forensic Interpretation

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 10 2026

Explore the complexities of mtDNA heteroplasmy in forensic DNA analysis, including the impact of NUMTs and technical challenges in variant calling.

Clotting and Bloodstain Age: Can You Date Blood by Its Pattern?

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Apr 10 2026

Can forensic experts date blood by looking at its patterns? Discover how clotting, color shifts, and Raman spectroscopy reveal the exact timing of a crime scene.