Crime scene management: lecture for future investigators in Kropyvnytskyi
A team from the Odesa Field Office of the EU Advisory Mission in Ukraine last week travelled to Kropyvnytskyi to meet with cadets at the Donetsk State University of Internal Affairs. Despite the immense challenge of relocating four times since 2014 due to Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, this institution remains a proud alma mater for hundreds of cadets determined to serve Ukraine as future police officers.
During the visit, EUAM experts delivered a lecture on ‘Crime Scene Management and Death Investigations’, tailored for cadets aspiring to become investigators. The session covered essential topics such as the definition of a crime scene, the process of collecting and preserving evidence, maintaining the chain of custody, and the overall management of crime scenes.
Desiree Hufnagl, EUAM Criminal Investigation Adviser, shared her passion for investigative work, stating, “One of the reasons investigative work fascinates me is the uniqueness of each case. No two cases are alike, and we must constantly learn and adapt to new situations and criminal tactics.”
She also advised the cadets, using examples from her own police experience, to approach crime scenes with caution. “Don’t always believe your eyes or make quick conclusions,” she warned, “because cases can often be more complex than they initially appear.”
The lecture aimed to strengthen the cadets’ investigative skills, helping them better identify, secure, preserve, and manage crime scenes. This ensures that forensic opportunities are fully utilised, and that evidence is collected with integrity, in line with legal standards.
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