When questions arise about the authenticity of a signature or handwritten entry, the role of a forensic handwriting expert becomes crucial. Unlike graphologists, who attempt to draw conclusions about personality traits through handwriting, forensic document examiners use a scientific methodology to compare handwriting samples and establish whether a signature is genuine, forged, or disguised. This…
Forensic toxicology is a cornerstone of investigations involving sudden death, drug-facilitated crimes, and driving under the influence (DUI). Traditionally, laboratories rely on standard biological specimens such as blood or urine, often collected with preservatives like sodium fluoride. However, in many complex cases, these conventional specimens are not available. This is where non-traditional toxicology testing becomes…
In today’s digital age, almost every aspect of life leaves an electronic footprint. From smartphones and laptops to social media and cloud storage, the data trail we leave behind can often hold the key to solving complex investigations. That’s where digital forensic experts come in. At Bericon Forensics, we are proud to work with one…
The UK government is reviewing drink-driving laws, with plans to cut the legal alcohol limit in England and Wales for the first time in over 50 years. Why Is the Drink-Drive Limit Being Reviewed? This reform is part of a wider road safety overhaul. Supporters of the change say it could: – Reduce road deaths…
In July 2024, Anita Rose, was brutally attacked while walking her dog in Brantham, Suffolk. Her murderer, Roy Barclay, was living off-grid in makeshift woodland camps to evade a previous prison recall. Now, over a year later, justice has finally been served. But one unlikely piece of evidence helped secure the conviction: Barclay’s walking boots….
