Tag Archives: crime

Forensic Files: DNA Cracks Decades-Long Murder Cases #ForensicFriday

Posted on May 21, 2021 by jchasenovelist

Each year, more and more cold murder cases are solved through forensic DNA genetic analysis. As the science continues to evolve and produce tangible results, thousands of victims and their family members receive the bittersweet gifts of justice and closure. … Continue reading →

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What’s the Difference: Criminology v. Criminalistics

Posted on January 2, 2021 by jchasenovelist

Criminology and criminalistics may sound similar, but they are very much distinct disciplines. While both fields operate within the world of criminal justice, criminology focuses on the sociological aspects of crime, whereas criminalistics centers on investigations through the use of … Continue reading →

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BOOK ANNOUNCEMENT: Cover Reveal & Pre-Order for THE FRAGILE ONES, Detective Katie Scott Thriller: Book 5 #Bookouture #CrimeFiction

Posted on December 8, 2020 by jchasenovelist

I’m so excited to announce the latest Detective Katie Scott Thriller, THE FRAGILE ONES is now available for pre-order. I love this series and finding new cases and scary predicaments for Katie–and Cisco. I actually had goosebumps writing the last … Continue reading →

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Forensic Genealogy Finds the Killer: 3 Cold Cases Recently Solved #crime #coldcase

Posted on December 3, 2020 by jchasenovelist

The Killing of Anita Piteau This past year, the oldest cold murder case in populous Orange County, California was finally solved. A unique aspect of this murder was that the identities of both the victim and killer were unknown for … Continue reading →

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An Overview of the Texas Rangers: Elite Lone Star Law Enforcement

Posted on November 17, 2020 by jchasenovelist

History of the Texas Rangers Fabled by law-abiding Texans and feared by outlaws, the Texas Rangers are an elite law enforcement agency that has statewide investigative jurisdiction. Based in Austin, the Rangers have existed for almost 100 years after being … Continue reading →

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NEW RELEASE: Last Girls Alive: A Detective Katie Scott Thriller #Bookouture #Crime

Posted on October 23, 2020 by jchasenovelist

I’m very excited to announce that LAST GIRLS ALIVE, A Detective Katie Scott Thriller, has been released. This is Book 4, but it is also a stand alone. Writing this book was quite the experience. I will be explaining more … Continue reading →

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GOLD MEDAL WINNER! Flowers On Her Grave #Bookouture #Thriller

Posted on October 22, 2020 by jchasenovelist

I’m so excited to announce that FLOWERS ON HER GRAVE has won the Gold Medal for Crime Fiction at Readers’ Favorite — In addition to hitting the USA Best Seller list! This is the fourth installment for the Detective Katie … Continue reading →