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Improved method for shooting distance determination. Part 2--bullet holes in objects that cannot be processed in the
Glattstein1, Zeichner, Vinokurov
1Division of Identification and Forensic Science, Israel National Police Headquarters, Jerusalem.
Abstract:
An improved method for firing distance determination on exhibits that cannot be processed in the laboratory such as cars, doors, windows, or furniture is described. The novel part of the method includes transfer of total nitrite (nitrite ions and smokeless powder residues) from the target to an adhesive lifter. After the transfer, vaporous lead and copper deposits around the bullet entrance hole are visualized on the target by sodium rhodizonate and rubeanic acid, respectively. The Modified Griess Test is carried out after alkaline hydrolysis of the smokeless powder residues on the adhesive lifter.
