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To make a positive identification from DNA it takes several weeks. Positive identifications can only be made if you have a sample from the victim both before and after death.
This week, Crimestoppers called upon a forensics expert, Professor Allan Jamieson, Director of The Forensic Institute in Glasgow, to sort out the myths and misconceptions in forensic science.
Professor Jamieson has been consulted on a number of high profile investigations. He was one of the defending scientists in the Omagh bombing case and was called to test blood samples from the scene of Princess Diana's vehicle crash.
http://www.crimestoppers-u
To make a positive identification from DNA it takes several weeks. Positive identifications can only be made if you have a sample from the victim both before and after death.
This week, Crimestoppers called upon a forensics expert, Professor Allan Jamieson, Director of The Forensic Institute in Glasgow, to sort out the myths and misconceptions in forensic science.
Professor Jamieson has been consulted on a number of high profile investigations. He was one of the defending scientists in the Omagh bombing case and was called to test blood samples from the scene of Princess Diana's vehicle crash.
Read the full interview with Professor Jamieson on our website:
http://www.crimestoppers-u
The UK's cash machine network LINK, today announced they are teaming up with Crimestoppers to fight cash machine crime.
[2 March 2009]
Read the full article at http://www.crimestoppers-u
How can you protect your money? Here are 8 ways to stay safe a cash machine put together by LINK:
1.Protect your PIN by standing close to the machine and shielding the key pad with your other hand.
2.Check to see if anything looks unusual or suspicious about the cash machine. If it appears to have anything stuck onto the card slot or key pad, do not use it. Cancel the transaction and walk away. Never try to remove suspicious devices.
3. Be cautious if strangers offer to help you at a cash machine, even if your card is stuck or you're having difficulties. Don't allow anyone to distract you.
4.Where possible, use a cash machine which is in clear view and well lit.
5.Check that other people in the queue are a reasonable distance away from you.
6. Keep your PIN secret. Never reveal it to anyone, even someone who claims to be calling from your bank or a police officer.
7. Avoid opening your purse, bag or wallet when you are in the queue. Put your money away immediately.
8. Regularly check your account balance and bank statements, and report any discrepancies to your bank immediately.
[2 March 2009]
Read the full article at http://www.crimestoppers-u
How can you protect your money? Here are 8 ways to stay safe a cash machine put together by LINK:
1.Protect your PIN by standing close to the machine and shielding the key pad with your other hand.
2.Check to see if anything looks unusual or suspicious about the cash machine. If it appears to have anything stuck onto the card slot or key pad, do not use it. Cancel the transaction and walk away. Never try to remove suspicious devices.
3. Be cautious if strangers offer to help you at a cash machine, even if your card is stuck or you're having difficulties. Don't allow anyone to distract you.
4.Where possible, use a cash machine which is in clear view and well lit.
5.Check that other people in the queue are a reasonable distance away from you.
6. Keep your PIN secret. Never reveal it to anyone, even someone who claims to be calling from your bank or a police officer.
7. Avoid opening your purse, bag or wallet when you are in the queue. Put your money away immediately.
8. Regularly check your account balance and bank statements, and report any discrepancies to your bank immediately.
Crimestoppers' youth website, Shadow, is a fun, interactive website aimed at young people aged 11 – 16+ all about crime.
It allows young people to get involved in discussions about crime and the everyday things that affect them and gives them the option of seeking advice if they don't know what to do.
The site includes:
* Games
* Downloads
* Law
* Advice
* Music
* Gossip
* Chat
* Reviews
* Competitions
Visit Shadow
[13th May 2008]
Police are looking at CCTV footage after a 22-year old man was stabbed to death outside a Mcdonald's restaurant in London's Oxford Street.
There were a number of witnesses on the busy shopping street. No arrests have been made so far. The Metropolitan Police have said it's too early to know whether the victim Steven Bigby, from North London, was with friends at the time or whether the attack was gang-related.
http://www.crimestoppers-u
Please note: Crimestoppers is not responsible for the content on external websites.
Crimestoppers is an independent charity and not part of the police. If you wish to pass on information about crime anonymously, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or fill out our anonymous online Giving Information Form on our website: https://www.crimestoppers-
Police are looking at CCTV footage after a 22-year old man was stabbed to death outside a Mcdonald's restaurant in London's Oxford Street.
There were a number of witnesses on the busy shopping street. No arrests have been made so far. The Metropolitan Police have said it's too early to know whether the victim Steven Bigby, from North London, was with friends at the time or whether the attack was gang-related.
http://www.crimestoppers-u
Please note: Crimestoppers is not responsible for the content on external websites.
Crimestoppers is an independent charity and not part of the police. If you wish to pass on information about crime anonymously, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or fill out our anonymous online Giving Information Form on our website: https://www.crimestoppers-
Another stabbing on London streets