CDI 1 Crime Scene Sketch

In this presentation, we will explore the fundamental concepts of crime scene

sketching, relevant measurement types, diverse sketching approaches and
investigation records.

by Reiner Bajan
Elements Of Sketch

1 Who

The sketcher, usually a detective or sketch artist, gathers scene details to illustrate.

2 What

What aspect of the scene the sketch exemplifies, such as physical evidence, witness
description, or crime description.

3 Where

Where the scene is positioned as it relates to other objects like buildings, trees, or
alleyways.
Types of Sketch
Rough Sketch Floor Plan Sketch

Illustrates the scene's focal characteristics Displays a two-dimensional snapshot of a

and objects, relative sizes and scene from above, delivering a visual layout
measurements. of the crime location.

Elevation Sketch Perspective Sketch

Shows probable visual and physical Illustrates a detailed and precise

characteristics of structures related to a representation of a crime location as it
crime. appears to an observer at the time of the
incident.
Types Of Measurement For Sketching

Linear Measurements Angular Measurements Laser Measuring

Depicts the dimensions of each
scene object and the distances
between them.
Displays angles between
observed objects and parts of
said objects, or directions from
certain positions.
A modern method for
measuring distance and depth.
It makes use of a laser beam to
identify the distance between
objects, walls, or structures.
Kinds Of Sketch
Computer-Aided Drawing
(CAD)
Provides two-dimensional or three-
dimensional visuals of a crime
location using computer software
programs like AutoCAD, which is
required for engineering work.
1 3D Sketch
Illustrates the crime scene using 3-D
software, providing precise
2 measurements and detailed
visualizations.
3 Photographic Sketch
A sketch illustrating a photograph of a
location with various references,
measurements, names of objects, and
context details captured by the
photograph.
Methods Of Sketching
Baseline Method
Sketches distances and
objects used in a straight
line from a single reference
point, resulting in a cluster
or stars.
Triangulation Method
Measures angles and
distances using three fixed
points of reference,
resulting in a triangle.
Rectangular
Coordinates Method
Uses Cartesian plane (x-y
axis) coordinates, resulting
in rectangular images with
precise measurements
from objects.
Records Of Crime Scene
Evidence Tags
Used to identify specific
evidence, each object is
assigned with a unique
identifier such as an alpha-
numeric code or label.
Audio-Visual Recordings Case Files
Used to store and record most
Record scenes and related details about the scene,
statements from witnesses, including names of suspects,
with permission from law victims and detectives, records
enforcement, to use as and sketches from the case.
evidence.
Approaches to Criminal
Investigation Search
1 Surveillance & 2 Criminal Profiling and
Intelligence Analysis

Asking citizens to come By analyzing behavioral and

forward with details, police
cameras on roads and
buildings, and other open
sources may have
investigated those suspected
of committing crimes.
forensic evidence, criminal
investigators create a
behavioral profile of the
perpetrator for investigations
to be oriented around.

3 Analysis of Forensic Evidence

Collecting and analyzing forensic evidence using the latest techniques

and equipment can detect most criminals and upsets their plan.