Describes several types of evidence that forensic scientists study in the investigation of crimes, including fingerprints, blood splatters, toxicology, hair strands, pieces of glass, and others; examines accident reconstruction; and discusses the impact technological advances in DNA and other areas have had on crime fighting.
Content Note
Helena's story -- The fight for justice -- Fingerprints -- Blood and body parts -- Splatters and stains -- Toxicology and drugs -- Trace evidence -- Paper, ink, and foregery -- Arson, explosives, and ballistics -- Accident reconstruction -- DNA technology -- Computer and crime -- The future of forensics.