An investigation into effective methodologies for latent fingerprint enhancement on items recovered from fire

This study presents a comparative evaluation of soot removal and fingerprint enhancement techniques, following fire(s) to ascertain optimal process efficacy for recovering fingerprints. Two car burns and a cremation oven were used to determine the temperature range. Temperatures of 300, 450 and 600°C were used in simulated, controlled fires wherein cars had prints deposited on rear view mirrors.
Source: Science and Justice - Category: Forensic Medicine Authors: Source Type: research