Clues to crimes both spectacular and ordinary can now be found in the tiniest bits of evidence thanks to cutting-edge forensic techniques. Crime Scene Investigations examines the fascinating world of the criminal investigator and other professionals who are on the front line of solving today's (and some of yesterday's) most notorious crimes.

Crime solving is painstaking, but modern methods and technological advances have significantly changed the field of criminal investigation. Clues to crimes both spectacular and ordinary can now be found in the tiniest bits of evidence thanks to cutting-edge forensic techniques. Crime Scene Investigations examines the fascinating world of the criminal investigator and other professionals who are on the front line of solving today's (and some of yesterday's) most notorious crimes. All books feature crime statistics, career information,explanations of crime-solving techniques, and crime'busting facts. In addition, bibliographies for further research, full-color photographs, charts, and a detailed index are also included.

Foreword

Introduction

 Cracking Cases with Art

Chapter One

 Composite Sketches

Chapter Two

  Facial Reconstruction

Chapter Three

  Age Progression

Chapter Four

  Image Enhancement

Chapter Five

  Forensic Art in Court

Notes

Glossary

For More Information

Index

Picture Credits

About the Author