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The work of Crime Scene Investigators (CSIs) is in the spotlight at a conference hosted by the University.

No longer does the CSI simply record, recover and preserve items. Today’s CSI needs to be a trained observer, intelligence gather and good communicator in order to fulfil their role at the heart of the crime investigation. The University, in conjunction with the National Policing Improvement Agency, hosted the first Joint Crime Scene Investigator Practitioner conference aimed at CSIs on Thursday 10 April.

The conference - Much more than see it, bag it and tag it - will focus on ‘value added’ aspects of the role, looking at issues facing the CSI through presentations and workshops.

Brian Rankin, Head of the University’s Centre for Forensic Investigation and also President of the Forensic Science Society, said: ‘We are delighted to have NPIA as our partners in this conference. ‘

He added: ‘The Crime Scene Investigators are critical to the successful investigation of crime and this conference gives them the rare opportunity to hear about current advances, have practical workshops to improve efficiency and effectiveness, as well as network.’

The conference highlighted areas such as psychological research, anthropology, DNA, fingerprinting, recovery of digital information and what the future may hold for crime scene investigators.

For further information contact 01642 342427 or email forensic@tees.ac.uk

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