Bloodstain Pattern Analysis with an Introduction to Crime Scene Reconstruction

The goal of any good crime scene investigator is to establish the truth by considering all evidence available and using proven scientific methodologies. Bloodstain pattern analysis is one of the most important disciplines to address "what" happened, and this book provides a comprehensive guide to the theory, principles, and methodology for crime scene reconstruction. It is written by Captain Tom Bevel, a 27-year veteran of the Oklahoma City Police Department, and Ross M. Gardner, a retired Command Sergeant Major and Special Agent in the US Army.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 440 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Objective establishment of the truth is the goal of any good crime scene investigator. This demands a consideration of all evidence available using proven scientific methodologies to establish objective snapshots of the crime. The majority of forensic disciplines shed light on the "who" of a crime, bloodstain pattern analysis is one of the most important disciplines to address "what" happened. Understanding the discipline, its underlying scientific basis, and how best to apply this knowledge is crucial in the investigators quest for the truth.

Internationally known experts in crime scene analysis, Tom Bevel and Ross M. Gardner explore bloodstain pattern analysis in depth, explaining what it is, how it is used, and the practical methodologies employed to achieve defensible results.

Bloodstain Pattern Analysis with an Introduction to Crime Scene Reconstruction, Third Edition: Presents a specific and detailed taxonomy of bloodstain pattern characteristics. Offers a full-color fold-out Decision Map to guide analysts through the classification process. Uses full-color photos and diagrams to illustrate concepts. Describes the theory, principles, and methodology for crime scene reconstruction. Details proven, applicable scientific methodologies. Emphasizes observable and reproducible results to mitigate accusations of subjectivity in evidence and testimony. Provides more than 60% new or significantly revised information. Offering practical advice and tips for novices and experienced professionals, this book employs clear, lucid, and reasoned scientific arguments to provide the tools to guide and focus any investigative effort.

Captain Tom Bevel is a 27-year veteran of the Oklahoma City Police Department, retiring in 1996 as Co. Commander of the Crime Scene Unit. He has been involved in more than 1,500 crime scenes and has testified in court more than 100 times. Captain Bevel is a nationally recognized expert in bloodstain pattern analysis and has published numerous articles and books on the subject. He is a member of the American Society of Crime Scene Investigators, the International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts, and the International Association for Identification.

Ross M. Gardner is a 25-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, where he currently serves as a Supervising Criminalist in the Homicide Bureau. He has been involved in more than 2,000 crime scenes and has testified in court more than 50 times. Captain Gardner is a nationally recognized expert in bloodstain pattern analysis and has published numerous articles and books on the subject. He is a member of the American Society of Crime Scene Investigators, the International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts, and the International Association for Identification.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367778057
Edition number: 3 New edition