Crime Scene Investigation – Sketching – IICSF

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Watch Tutorial

Watch tutorial before sketching. This will give you a brief idea about what is sketching and how to do it.

Crime Scenes

There will be different crimes scene available for sketching, choose wisely or according to your convivence.

Sketching

You can use our online sketching tool, or you can use standard pen, paper and scale for sketching the crime scene.

Reporting

Submit your sketch in the form of png or jpeg file.

1. Prepare the Scene and Gather Tools

Secure the Scene: Ensure the area is safe and all evidence is protected.
Gather Supplies: You’ll need graph paper, a ruler, pencil, eraser, compass, measuring tape, and possibly a protractor.
Choose a Fixed Point: Establish a known, immovable reference point, like a corner of the room or a doorway, from which all measurements will be taken.

2. Select the Type of View

Overhead View (Bird’s-Eye): Best for showing the floor plan, objects, and evidence locations from above.
Elevation View (Side View): Useful when vertical elements are important, like the positioning of evidence on walls.

3. Sketch the Outline of the Scene

Draw Boundaries: Begin with the perimeter—walls, doors, windows, and any other fixed structures.
Add Key Landmarks: Mark permanent structures or furniture pieces that may provide context or relevance to the evidence.

4. Measure and Add Evidence Locations

Use the Fixed Point for Consistency: Measure distances from the fixed point to each item or piece of evidence.
Mark Evidence with Symbols: Use simple symbols to represent objects and evidence (e.g., circles for bloodstains, rectangles for furniture).
Number Each Item: Label each piece of evidence with a unique identifier and include a legend.

5. Add Details and Scale

Choose a Scale: Decide on a scale (e.g., 1 inch = 1 foot) to accurately represent distances.
Draw to Scale: Use the ruler to ensure that all dimensions are correct according to your scale.
Include Important Labels: Label doorways, windows, and other important points of interest.

6. Complete and Review

Add a Legend and North Arrow: Ensure every symbol and abbreviation is explained, and indicate the direction of north for orientation.
Review for Accuracy: Double-check all measurements, labels, and details for completeness and accuracy.

Please View Sketching samples before starting

Sketch the crimes scenes present in the crime scene tab. You can use our online tool, or you can use standard pen and paper for sketching.

Case I - Buglary

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Case II - Murder

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Case III - Car Accident

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