Crime Scene Investigation: The Fundamentals is a practical guide to the essential principles and procedures of crime scene investigation. From the author's decade of experience as a police officer and crime scene technician, this textbook provides readers with a realistic understanding of crime scene security, documentation, evidence collection, and evidence preservation. Emphasizing the importance of accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail, the text demonstrates how proper crime scene processing can significantly impact the outcome of a case or scene investigation.
What sets this book apart is its use of actual case experiences from the author's career, supplemented by real crime scene examples provided by fellow crime scene investigators from neighboring jurisdictions throughout the Richmond, Virginia (RVA) region. These real-world scenarios bridge the gap between theory and practice, allowing readers to learn from authentic investigations and challenges encountered in the field. Whether used by students, law enforcement professionals, or aspiring forensic investigators, Crime Scene Investigation: The Fundamentals offers a foundational yet practical resource for understanding the critical role of crime scene investigation in the criminal justice system.
Dr. Chernoh M. Wurie is a former police officer and crime scene technician with ten years of law enforcement experience. He is an educator in forensic crime scene concentration discipline at Virginia Commonwealth University , and the author of Intro to Policing: Perception versus Reality. Through his academic and professional experience, he is committed to preparing the next generation of investigators with the knowledge, skills, and ethical standards necessary to excel in the field. On his part time career, he serves in the Virginia Army National Guard, serves as a sergeant to the Recruitment Sustainment Program in an armory in Northern Virginia. During his share time, he likes to run, read, watch Netflix, and spend time with his family.