episodes
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1.
Fire Investigation
Arson used to be the ideal way for a crook to make evidence go up in smoke. Not anymore.
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2.
Cyber Forensics
A spy uncovering government secrets from home. A serial killer hunting female escorts online. Two dangerous criminals, both of whom played a vital role in the evolution of digital forensics.
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3.
Criminal Profiling
See how criminal profilers bring felons to justice by gathering evidence, studying motives, and getting inside some very troubled minds.
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4.
Blood Spatter
Join two investigations and see how evolving forensic science helped investigators solve both a 1954 murder and the death of a Las Vegas playboy 40 years later.
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5.
Trace Evidence
Discover how scientist Edmond Locard's bold theories on using microscopic evidence to solve crimes helped crack a high profile murder case in 1912.
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Cause of Death
When a death looks suspicious, forensic pathologists take a closer look. By thoroughly examining a corpse, they can determine the cause of death and whether or not a crime has taken place.
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Plant Evidence
The son of Charles Lindbergh is kidnapped and murdered in 1932. The crime catches the attention of a wood expert whose expertise will establish the science of forensic botany.