Investigative products give departments better means of collecting evidence. From identity management systems and audio/video-record-and-capture technology to forensic lights and trajectory finders, there are plenty of options.
The AFIX Tracker is a minutia-based fingerprint and palmprint identification system (AFIS/APIS). It has multiple applications, but it’s aimed primarily at crime-scene investigations. The Tracker 5 provides capabilities such as “lights out” remote search and fully scalable search capabilities. It’s compatible with all major livescan devices and, since it creates FBI standard EFTS/NIST files, it can share those files with other NIST-compliant systems. The full Tracker system includes hardware, software, on-site training and one year of service and support.
AFIX 877/438-2349 www.afix.net
The TASER Axon system is based on a tactical networkable computer, combining advanced audio-video-record/capture capabilities worn by first responders. The system can be used as a quick, in-field device for capturing crime scene evidence. It can also be used in internal investigations. It’s designed to integrate seamlessly into your existing radio communications through a standard 3.5-mm headphone connection, providing two-way communication in addition to full audio-video recording from a head camera the size and weight of a standard Bluetooth headset. The technology may reduce report documentation workload while also increasing accuracy and accountability.
Taser 800/978-2737 www.taser.com
The CAO Group’s UltraLite ALS handheld, solid-state forensic light enhances evidence visualization through the use of light interaction techniques. UltraLite ALS helps to detect trace evidence, body fluids, fingerprints, blood spatter, gunshot residues and explosive accelerants. The handheld uses Blue-Merge Technology, four adjustable light-power intensity settings and a focused beam profile. It’s lightweight, portable and rechargeable-battery-powered or AC/DC-powered.
CAO Group 877/877-9778 www.caogroup.com
Sirchie’s Laser Trajectory Finder Kit contains the tools necessary to provide vital information about the flight of the bullet and, ultimately, the location of its source. It includes: a ballistic angle finder, a ballistic laser pointer with batteries, bullet penetration rods, multi-colored photographic rods, rod connectors, bullet tips, stringing tips, centering cones, O-rings, a universal tripod mount, a roll of colored trajectory string, and a high-impact carrying case with a custom foam insert.
Sirchie 800/356-7311 www.sirchie.com