Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)

Members of this unit are trained in crime scene investigation, photography, and latent print examination.

This unit provides round the clock assistance to the Patrol Division, the Detective Division and local municipalities at major crime scenes assisting with identification, photography, seizure, transport and processing of evidence.  The members are also experts in latent print examination and identification.

The Forensic artist assists the Patrol Division, Detective Division and many agencies in and out of Clackamas County with suspect identification. Based on comprehensive interviews with eyewitnesses the Forensic Artist is able to draw accurate depictions of suspects involved in crimes. Using the drawings of likeness and the X-Image equipment (computerized mug-shots) the forensic Artist is, many times, able to develop a suspect.

Using an alternate light source to locate fingerprints.