Monthly Archives: April 2011

To Catch a Serial Killer…

We hear about the great technology in forensic science and the continued advancements every year.  But how effective is it in solving serial murder cases?  DNA testing, along with so many other types of forensic testing, is behind in their … Continue reading

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What Does it Take to Search a Major Case Crime Scene?

Cooperation.  Dedication.  Experience.  Crime scene examination must be done in a careful and methodical manner.  A crime scene is three-dimensional, it’s imperative that it be looked at it from that perspective.  Pay close attention to the located evidence, even use … Continue reading

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Life of a Military Combat Tracker

I’m amazed by the stories of dogs in the military, even today.  The combat tracker teams in Vietnam inspired me to write a prologue in my newest thriller, Silent Partner.   The book is about a modern day police K9 officer … Continue reading

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High Tech Alert: Twitter Helps Law Enforcement

The Modesto Police Department in California has stepped up into the evolving age of technology.  They have implemented the social network Twitter for updates on major investigations, traffic accidents, and news releases about investigations.  There are over 3,400 followers who … Continue reading

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Importance of First Officer at the Crime Scene

The first police officer that arrives at a crime scene is the often the driving force behind a successful crime scene investigation.  The crime scene locale is where most of the physical evidence associated with the crime is obtained.  Evidence … Continue reading

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