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TOLENTINO, PATRICIA MAE G.
BSCRIM - 3 D
1. Describe the Soco Team Composition.

- The composition of the Soco Team are the Team Leader, Evidence Collector,
Crime Photographer, Sketcher, and Evidence Custodian. Team Leader assume to control
the crime scene. Guarantee the security of the crime scene from other people, as well
as the safety of the personnel, the victim, and any intruders who have been
apprehended there. They also conduct initial survey of the crime scene for identifying
possible evidence and narrative description of the place and Determine patterns to be
used and assigns assignments to evidence gatherer. They also Designate command post
location in or near the crime scene and make sure that information is exchanged
between searcher and investigator. Security of the victims, perpetrators/suspects, and
the crime scene are coordinated with other law enforcement agencies. And also they
make sure that enough supplies and equipment are made available for personnel
involved in SOCO. They also control access to the scene and designate personnel to
check persons entering the place and remove unnecessary people in the area.
Continuously review effectiveness of the search to ensure that all places are searched
properly. And last they release the crime scene to the investigators assigned to the case.
The Evidence Collector must be extremely organized in order to keep the evidence
sealed. And also they must identify the evidence for the Photographer and Sketch Artist
before the Collector can even touch the evidence. Then the Collector must make sure
that each piece of evidence is properly collected, recorded, and packaged. Every piece
of evidence must have a description and location marked on the packaging next to the
"chain of custody" form. The Collector signs and dates the Chain of Custody to
commence the procedure. As the Collector monitors the collection, this person is also
coordinating the search, working on reconstruction of the crime events, ensuring that
the evidence is photographed, measured and sketched, and labeled to arrive at the
appropriate destination. Crime Photographer photograph the entire area of the scene
with overall medium and close-up coverage using appropriate scale. Photograph victims,
suspect/offenders arrested in the scene. Photograph all the evidence before collection.
Prior to lifting or casting, take pictures of latent fingerprints and impressions. Take
pictures of blueprints, maps, and other objects as well. Take final photographs to show
final conditions as released. Sketcher Conduct all sketches needed during the crime
scene processing. Evidence Custodian prepare evidence recovery log and accomplish
chain of custody of evidence. They conduct packaging, preservation and transportation
of gathered evidence to the Crime Laboratory and coordinate evidence nomenclature
with sketcher, photographer and evidence gatherer. They receive and record all
evidence recovered and maintain custody and control of evidence. Also they observe
the proper custody of evidence and coordinate transmittal of evidence to case
investigators or to Crime Laboratory per agency guidelines.
2. Give the eleven stages of Crime Scene Search. Explain each scene.
1. Approach the Scene - A crime scene investigation starts even before CSI arrives a
structure, an open field or wooden area. The CSI's first responsibility is to "turn
on" his ability to observe. He may make a mental note of what he observes,
hears and smells or better even capture them on a voice recorder.
2. Secure and Protect the Scene - the first responders haven’t ended up causing
too much disruption to any potential concrete evidence. Ingress and egress to
the structure must be controlled before entering. Sentries at all imaginable
entrances should be put in place. After having received the basic information
from the first responders the SCI will determine the limits of the crime scene.
The crime scene tape then arose.
3. Initiate Preliminary Survey - before entering the scene of the crime, the CSI will
initiate an exterior survey of the structure. It might just be a matter of looking
around the outside to see if there is any obvious evidence.
4. Evaluate Physical Evidence Possibilities -
5. Prepare a Narrative of the scene -CSI’s notes are essential part of the overall
physical available evidence from crime scenes. The notes must present the full
story of what you saw and any impressions the evidence gave you. If you do not
have tangible evidence to back up your theories, keep away from making
assumptions.
6. Capture the scene Photographically - be sure you are getting overview,
moderate range and close-up photographs of any relevant physical evidence
and also be sure to include a high-resolution digital image for descendants.
7. Prepare the Crime Scene Sketch - many CSIs will start preparing the sketch at
the scene and will accomplish a detailed sketch back at headquarters. There
shouldn't be anything in the sketch that isn't in the finished, detailed sketch. It
is always suggested that an assistant help out when taking measurements, and
it’s a good idea is to have this individual verify each measurement to avoid
questions.
8. Conduct detailed Search - numerous crime scenes explain the deployment of an
evidence void on the scene to gather any meaningful micro particle evidence
such as hair and fibers. This step should be performed prior to any close in
investigation of the victim, go through every square inch of the area in an
attempt to locate even the slightest piece of evidence.
9. Record and Collect Physical Evidence - crime scene evidence is unusable unless
it is properly marked and packaged. As potential evidence is located it should
be documented on the crime scene sketch as well as in photographs. For all of
the gathered evidence, use the correct kinds of containers. Additionally, never
place items that have been touched by blood in plastic bags as this will hasten
decomposition.
10. Conduct a Final Survey - be certain that each package containing physical
evidence is collected-leave nothing behind.
11. Release the Crime Scene - while it is common for those with a stake in the
property to want to regain access, the CSI shouldn't be pressured into releasing
the scene before the investigation is complete.
3. What are the standard of “DIV” (Disaster Victim Identification) Procedure and its
places?
1. Scene examination: Depending on the incident, and where it happened, it can
take days or even weeks for all the victims and their property to be recovered.
2. Post-mortem or PM data: The human remains are examined by specialists to
detect forensic evidence to help identify the victim. This can include:
 Fingerprints – if available, these are highly reliable, but as most people’s
fingerprints are not on record they can be of limited value;
 Odontology – or dental examination. Teeth provide one of the most
reliable forms of identification as they are highly durable and most
people have dental records;
 DNA profiling – direct comparisons can be made from a victim and a
profile taken from their home, for example from a hair brush. Indirect
comparisons can also be made using the parents’ DNA;
 Physical indications – tattoos, scars or surgical implants which may be
unique to the victim.
Visual identification is not considered to be accurate.
3. Ante-mortem or AM data: Dental and medical records, fingerprints and DNA
are recovered from the victims’ homes or provided by family members.
4. Reconciliation: Once the PM and AM data is collected, a team of specialists
compares and reconciles the two sets of information to identify the victims.
4. How is DIV procedure being applied?

 A coordinated effort by the international community can significantly speed up
the recovery and identification process, helping victims' families to begin the
healing process and societies to rebuild. Following a terrorism incident, DVI
procedures can also help investigators identify possible attackers.
5. What are post blast investigation and clandestine laboratory investigation?
 Post-blast investigation relies on significant photography and videography of the
scene to document evidence, which includes damage to both structural and non-
structural building components from the blast overpressure.
 Clandestine laboratory investigation guides you, step-by-step, through the
process of recognizing these illegal manufacturing operations.

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TOLENTINO, PATRICIA MAE G.

1. Describe the Soco Team Composition.

4. How is DIV procedure being applied?

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