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Digital evidence and the crime scene
1School of Health and Life Sciences, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, Tees Valley, United Kingdom.
Science & Justice : Journal of the Forensic Science Society
|November 22, 2021
Summary
First responders must identify and assess digital evidence at crime scenes. This research explores digital devices as
Area of Science:
- Digital Forensics
- Criminal Investigation
Background:
- Digital evidence is crucial in criminal investigations.
- First responders often identify and assess the value of digital evidence at crime scenes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the presence and identification of digital evidence at crime scenes.
- To explore investigative opportunities presented by digital devices.
- To introduce the concept of 'digital witnesses' and 'digital crime scenes'.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on digital evidence identification and assessment.
- Conceptual framework development for 'digital witnesses' and 'digital crime scenes'.
Main Results:
- Digital devices can serve as vital 'digital witnesses'.
- Specific 'digital crime scene' scenarios and processing strategies are identified.
Conclusions:
- First responders require skills to recognize and leverage digital evidence.
- Proactive identification and processing of digital evidence enhance criminal investigations.
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