Journal Published Online: 01 July 1999
Volume 44, Issue 4

Forensic Identification of a Rapist Using Unusual Evidence

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

This case report demonstrates a rape case, where no semen, hair, or fingerprints were left by the perpetrator at the crime scene, but rather uncharacteristic biological and physical evidence in the form of a lollipop and a pair of glasses. Three separate forensic laboratories collaborated using conventional forensic methods of PCR DNA typing, photography, and toolmark comparisons to provide investigators with scientific evidence which in turn was instrumental in bringing a violent criminal to justice. The importance of evaluating each item of evidence and realizing its forensic value is stressed in this case report.

Author Information

Oz, C
Israel National Police Headquarters, Jerusalem, Israel
Levi, JA
Israel National Police Headquarters, Jerusalem, Israel
Novoselski, Y
Israel National Police Headquarters, Jerusalem, Israel
Volkov, N
Israel National Police Headquarters, Jerusalem, Israel
Motro, U
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
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Stock #: JFS14568J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS14568J