FSC239Y5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Rigor Mortis, Dermis, Tow Truck
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Fis --> forensic identification service: examination, photographing, videotaping of crime scenes, examination/collection/comparison. Keep foot traffic through the scene to a minimum. Restriction should include all non-essential personnel, including police and members of the press. Establish an entry path for additional personnel(path of contamination) Dna collection: collect blood and compare it to another sample. Arson: the deliberate burning of property for malicious or fraudulent purposes. Vehicle fires: dealing with combustible material, cannot confine because when vehicle burns down, it releases nasty chemicals, vehicles damaged by fire shall not be stored within the examination bays. Bruising may develop over time - victim may need to re-attend. If numerous vehicles are involved - fis will attend. Officers shall notify fis of all break & enters from the scene. Attempt to establish point of entry & exit. Determination of shoe brand, model, size, etc. Obtain victims clothing worn at the time of the incident(arrange for a change of clothing)
