At this time, there are only about 500 forensic pathologists actively working for coroner/medical examiner offices in the United States. There are now about 100 vacancies in the field.
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“Ineffective” methods of risk assessment and the processing of items for digital forensic analysis have led to police tensions and are slowing down investigations, says a new study.
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A new nitazene analog that is up to 20x more potent than fentanyl has quickly made its way from Pennsylvania to Florida.
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At the time of his disappearance, Alt and his girlfriend were suspected homicide victims in New Jersey. Her body was discovered in April 1985.
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In 2021, the HPD Homicide Division Cold Case Squad re-examined the evidence in the case as part of a case review project and identified suspect Cardenas through DNA evidence.
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The remaining 1,778 samples had drug levels reported by Synlab as above the prescribed limit, and these results have now been rescinded, the National Police Chiefs’ Council and the Forensic Science Regulator have concluded.
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Established in 2019, the YGPLP brings together a select group of aspiring young law enforcement officials to explore emerging trends in policing and provide them with mentoring from experienced senior officers and qualified experts.
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A black box study of bloodstain pattern analysts finds contrasting conclusions due to terminology, and highlights the importance of establishing consensus standards.
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Innovative Forensic Investigations will provide its full suite of investigative genetic genealogy services to Cold Case Initiative to support its mission.
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The Michigan State Police First District Cold Case Unit worked with other local and federal agencies and prosecutors to gather evidence, establish a timeline of events, and locate the defendants.
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