The Polícia Científica de Santa Catarina in Brazil has incorporated ForenScope CSI Smartphone systems into the field operations of its forensic teams as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen its forensic investigation capabilities.
We are pleased to see the CSI Smartphone technology developed by ForenScope becoming part of the daily work of forensic professionals in Santa Catarina. Our systems will support teams in the detection, visualization, and documentation of fingerprints, bloodstains, and other types of forensic evidence.
Bringing Forensic Imaging Directly to the Crime Scene
In crime scene investigations, surface characteristics, ambient lighting, and the nature of the material being examined all play an important role in selecting the appropriate imaging method.
When developing CSI Smartphone, our goal was to make forensic imaging with different light sources and optical filters more mobile and practical. This allows forensic professionals to examine traces on a wide range of surfaces directly at the scene and create the imaging conditions they need in the field.
From Fingerprints to Bloodstains
According to the Santa Catarina Scientific Police, the CSI Smartphone systems will be used particularly for the detection and documentation of forensic evidence such as fingerprints and bloodstains.
With its different illumination and filter options, the system helps reveal and examine traces that may be difficult to detect with the naked eye. The ability to digitally document the resulting images also supports a more structured workflow from the initial crime scene examination through to subsequent forensic evaluation.
This development in Santa Catarina is a strong example of ForenScope technologies being actively used in the field operations of forensic institutions across Brazil. By closely following the needs of forensic professionals, we continue to develop our imaging technologies for real-world field conditions and collaborate with institutions in different parts of the world.
