After 43 years, a man whose remains were found in Pomona Park, Florida, has been identified as homicide victim William Irving Monroe, III. read more

Two NIJ-funded studies examine new ways to analyze trace evidence in the aftermath of an explosion or bombing. read more

Scientists recently tested illicit drugs purchased online and were not surprised to find about 35% were not what they said they were, increasing the risk of unwanted side effects, potential overdose and death. read more

New York City ranks in the top 15 percent safest of more than 800 U.S. cities, according to a pioneering new analysis from researchers at NYU Tandon School of Engineering, suggesting the effectiveness of the city’s efforts to mitigate homicides there. read more

Law enforcement located the skull and also discovered a large black trash bag that contained additional remains of the unidentified individual wrapped inside of a fitted bed sheet and comforter. read more

Although the woman's face was recognizable, her identity was unknown, and the case went cold for nearly 40 years. read more

In a new study, social scientists and data scientists applied machine learning techniques to nearly two decades’ worth of police reports on rape cases. read more

The thrill of the chase is what draws so many to the field, and the satisfaction of helping bring justice to victims of violent crime is the icing on the cake. With that said, there are some enormous drawbacks to working in IGG. read more

Scientists have developed a water soluble, non-toxic fluorescent spray that makes fingerprints visible in just a few seconds. read more

There have been at least 2,000 bog bodies recovered from Europe’s peatlands, with around 130 found in Ireland. read more