Crime Scene Photos

The other day I took my first crime scene photos. It is important to remember that a crime scene can be many days, even years, old. However, it is still very important to take our own pictures to gather information.

First, I interviewed a witness about what he remembered about the events of the crime that took place. The witness told me about the area and whether or not a similar crime has happened there before. After the interview, I felt the need to take pictures of the crime scene area to be analyzed back at the Public Defender’s Office.

I asked the witness where he was when he realized the crime was occurring. He said he was by his door and then ran outside when he heard the noise. I stood at his door and photographed what would have been his view of the crime scene. Next, I went onto the street and took multiple vantage point photos of the crime scene. I remembered from the interview that the witness mentioned there were other witnesses of the incident in his building. I took pictures from their vantage point as well. Lastly, because the crime occurred at night, I took photos of the lights in the area to determine whether or not the area was well lit.





This is not an accurate report of events and should not be used as a formal report or transaction.