crime scene report

Paper details:

This exercise will provide you with experience generating a formal CSI report using the methodology we have followed since the class’ inception.

Attached you will find two files. One is a PDF containing several crime scene photographs. You will review these photographs and write a formal CSI report based on your observations. Additional instructions are provided in the PDF.

The second file provides the format for the report. You must follow the specific format provided.

Prepare your CSI report using word processing software and attach your document to this assignment link.

Crime Scene Report Exercise.pdf
CSI Report Format.docx
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CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION REPORT FORMAT

INTRODUCTION
Within this section of the report, you will identify who processed the crime scene, document the location of the scene, the time/date of the examination and a quick explanation regarding why the scene was processed. See page 229 in the text for an example.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SCENE
This section provides a general description of the scene and associated features. You should begin with a general description of the building or area, then describe features such as doors, windows, furniture, and other items present. This paragraph should allow the reader to obtain a general orientation and understanding of the scene. See page 230 in the text for examples.

CONDITIONS OF THE SCENE
This section should provide a detailed explanation of the conditions of the crime scene. This may be distinguished from the section regarding characteristics through analysis of what items are subject to change. So, for instance, a building type is not subject to conditional change, so it would be considered a characteristic. However, the state of cleanliness, presence of blood and other evidence, and damaged furniture would be considered conditions. You must do your best to avoid speculation and simply focus on the scene. Refer to pages 231-233 in your text for examples.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Within this section, document the relevant environmental factors, such as temperature, rain, etc. You must be able to deduct what conditions would be important. Refer to pages 233-234 in your text for an example.

SCENE DOCUMENTATION
Document the methods in which you documented your scene examination (photographs, sketch, etc. Refer to page 234 for an example.
SEARCH TECHNIQUES
Within this section, document which search techniques were used, and what areas were searched. Specifically mention if any advanced or basic techniques were used, such as fingerprint dust, alternate light source, oblique light, etc.

COLLECTION OF EVIDENCE
Document all of the evidence that was collected as evidence. Each item of evidence should also be annotated on your sketch, have been photographed, and logged into your evidence custody document.

ANALYSIS OF CRIME SCENE
In this section, you should present any findings derived from the processing and analysis of your crime scene. Be very careful and avoid speculation. Within this section, you might indicate the presence of bloodstain patters which suggest movement in certain directions, angles of bullet paths, etc. You also may wish to cite negative evidence, which is described as evidence that should be present, but is not. For example, if you find two bullet holes and a victim with a gunshot wound, but no weapon, the weapon would be negative evidence. Realize that this portion of the report is often reserved for personnel who have achieved a great deal of training and experience