Faculty of Law,SGT University organized a workshop on “Behind the yellow tape uncovering the secrets of forensics science” on 10th September 2024 with the Objective to

• Understand the role of a crime scene investigator.
• Learn the process of documenting and collecting evidence.
• Explore various techniques used in forensic analysis.
• Develop skills in critical thinking and attention to detail.

The experiential learning of the students empowered them by learning about

• Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation
  • Overview of forensic science and crime scene investigation.
  • The role and responsibilities of a crime scene investigator.
• Crime Scene Management
  • Securing and isolating the crime scene.
  • Establishing a chain of custody for evidence.
  • Ethical considerations.
• Evidence Recognition, Documentation, and Collection
  • Types of physical evidence (e.g., fingerprints, DNA, blood spatter).
  • Techniques for evidence collection and preservation.
  • Importance of thorough documentation (sketches, photographs, notes).
• Practical Session: Mock Crime Scene Investigation
  • Set up a mock crime scene for participants.
  • Participants work in teams to document and collect evidence.
  • Debriefing on observations and findings.
• Forensic Analysis Techniques
  • Fingerprint analysis.
  • DNA analysis.
  • Bloodstain pattern analysis.
  • Use of forensic technology (e.g., 3D scanning, digital forensics).
• Case Studies and Real-World Applications
  • Discussion of notable case studies.
  • How forensic evidence influenced the outcomes.

The event finally concluded with the Interactive Q&A Session ensuring Open floor for participants to ask questions and have an open discussion on career paths in forensic science.