Crime scene reconstruction is the process of determining the sequence of events and activities, and reaching logical deductions about what occurred before, during, and after a crime.
A Crime Scene Reconstruction includes:
1. A scientific analysis of the scene,
2. Interpretation of the physical evidence, and
3. The systematic study of all related information.
Critical studies of crimes tells us it is extremely important to determine the actual sequence of events of a crime, to verify statements, limit the possibilities of alibis, develop investigative leads, and prepare for trial. 2. Interpretation of the physical evidence, and
3. The systematic study of all related information.
The reconstructionist analytically examines physical and forensic evidence, studies crime scene patterns, and applies training, experience and logic to ultimately formulate a defensible theory, drawing from all of the components available.
A Crime Scene Reconstruction is not a re-enactment, a re-creation, or a criminal profile. Each of these types of analysis may be useful in certain aspects of criminal investigation; however they rarely provide a wholistic review and detailed description of events in a crime, like the reconstruction can reveal.
Dan Christman has become well known and highly regarded for his expertise in Bloodstain Pattern Analysis and Crime Scene Reconstruction, and remains actively involved in assisting with complex criminal investigations.
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