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Patrol
Shots Fired: Brown County, Texas Crime Scene Photos
Sgt. Steven Means found himself in a gunfight with a man in a trailer park on July 29, 2012. Two people and their two dogs had already been killed. These photos show details from the crime scene in Early, Texas.
November 27, 2013
Sgt. Steven Means of the Early (Texas) PD was the first on scene at the trailer park where it was reported shots had been fired.
Training
Counterfeit Police Products
A retired officer started The Counterfeit Report website to alert consumers about fake products and help law enforcement investigators spot these goods during investigations. View several examples of fake police products, and then read the full story here. Photos courtesy of Craig Crosby.
July 25, 2013
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Technology
Evidence Collection and Storage
To solve crimes and prosecute offenders, you need all of the facts, including what can be gleaned from all related evidence. That may include DNA, bullet casings, computer files, and video. You also might need to keep all of this around for a while in good condition for future trials. This collection of tools will enhance your ability to obtain and secure crime scene evidence. Read our feature, "Electronic Evidence Management," for in-depth coverage. Photos courtesy of vendors.
February 19, 2013
The Bode Technology Group's Rapid DNA Service delivers a DNA profile from forensic samples in less than 90 minutes, resulting in a fast turnaround of investigative leads for law enforcement agencies holding persons of interest. Rapid DNA Service utilizes commercial off-the-shelf equipment and capitalizes on improvements to rapid thermal cycling and direct amplification. Bode scientists have also made advancements in obtaining DNA from virtually all forensic and biological evidence types, including cigarette butts, bloodstains, touch evidence, and handled objects.
Special Units
Narcotic Transporter Bust
With "Project Deliverance," federal agencies cooperating with local LE officers arrested more than 2,000 narcotics transporters and Mexican cartel associates in mid-June. The multi-jurisdictional operation also led to the seizure of $154 million and 74.1 tons of drugs, as well as the arrest of a high-priority target. These photos, which are courtesy of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), show some of the evidence seized in the drug trafficking operation.
July 1, 2010
With 'Project Deliverance,' which was led by the DEA, agents seized $945,685 in drug proceeds, which is packed in evidence bags and labeled for prosecution. The cash is seized, forfeited, and then either goes into the asset forfeiture fund and/or is shared with state and local partners who participated in the investigation.
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