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Soil Forensics: Beneath the Surface

Written by: Bericon Forensics 8th June, 2023

Soil forensics is a branch of forensic science that involves the analysis and interpretation of soil evidence to aid in criminal investigations. It has several benefits that contribute to the field of forensic science and the criminal justice system as a whole. “Soil from reservoir compared to samples from prime suspect’s van.” Madeleine McCann was…

The Murdaugh Murders – Violence, Corruption, Power

Written by: Bericon Forensics 3rd March, 2023

Legal dynasty heir, Alex Murdaugh has been found guilty for the brutal double murder of his wife, Maggie and son, Paul. Maggie, 52, and Paul, 22, were both shot dead at the family’s  1,700-acre property in Islandton, South Carolina, on the night of  June 7th 2021. No arrests were made for more than a year, until,…

Nicola Bulley: Preservation of Forensic Evidence

Written by: Bericon Forensics 10th February, 2023

There has been much speculation about what might have happened to Nicola Bulley on the 27th January 2023, the investigation represents a mix of traditional forensic science with more modern areas involving mobile phone evidence. However, a factor which will have caused problems for Lancashire Police is an outdoor crime scene, if that’s what the…

Laughing Gas: A Growing Concern

Written by: Bericon Forensics 24th November, 2022

Among young people, nitrous oxide, also known as, laughing gas has become one of the most abused substances in England and Wales.   The 2019/20 Crime Survey for England and Wales indicated that 2.4 % of adults aged 16 to 59 years and 8.7 % of 16- to 24-year-olds reported using nitrous oxide. This is equivalent…

Footwear: Enquiry to Court within 2 weeks

Written by: Bericon Forensics 15th November, 2022

Bericon Forensics were pleased to be able to offer rapid assistance to one of our best customers. We were requested to compare marks found on the victim’s head and body with footwear associated with the defendant.   Timeline of Bericon’s involvement with this case… 21/10 – Enquiry received 21/10 – Quote sent out to solicitors…