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The Atlanta Child Murders

 Wayne Williams was an African-American man in Atlanta, Georgia, who lived in the Dixie Hills neighborhood. He was a local radio DJ. The victims were African-American, between the ages of 7 and 16, and a few victims were in their twenties. All but a few of the victims were boys(Who). These more than 25 people … Continue reading The Atlanta Child Murders

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Landmark Forensics Cases

Frye and Daubert  both deal with judging evidence during a case. Each case contains the presentation of scientific fact, and the ruling on how legitimate the evidence is comes into play. Both cases have expert witnesses, which do not, in the eyes of the court, provide enough power in the testimony. The cases not only … Continue reading Landmark Forensics Cases

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Sherlock Holmes

I read the first Sherlock Holmes story, titled “A Study in Scarlet”. Throughout this story, there are many different techniques used to help scientifically. Holmes is described as almost mad, and an outsider. Holmes is found attempting to discover a reactant with Hemoglobin, or blood.  He is very well studied in science, chemistry and biology. … Continue reading Sherlock Holmes