Crime Science (Gareth Stevens Publishing)

Police didn't always have the crime-solving methods and technology available today. Even the best detectives sometimes couldn't gather enough evidence to solve crimes. This compelling book focuses on these cold cases, crimes that haven't been solved after a complete investigation. Readers learn about painstaking detection techniques such as bloodstain analysis, ballistics, toxicology, and DNA profiling. These are just some of the invaluable tools of law enforcement referenced that are helping police solve the most perplexing cold cases. With innovative crime science teams on the job, hope remains that many cold cases can finally be cracked.

Few crimes are as serious as homicide, the taking of another person's life. It demands specially trained criminal investigators to collect evidence and bring those responsible to justice. This book walks readers through the scene of the crime and into the forensics lab. Along the way, they'll meet the skilled professionals involved in homicide cases. From identifying the murder weapon to tracking a killer on the run, readers will be awed by the amount of meticulous work that goes into homicide investigation. Relevant photographs and eye-catching design enhance the reading experience.

By its definition, terrorism is meant to inflict great fear into people through acts of mass destruction. September 11, 2001, is a day of infamy to Americans because of the terrorist attacks on the United States. But every year more than 300 terrorist acts take place around the globe. Counterterrorism has become a lasting issue of prime importance to the security of all nations. This book familiarizes readers with several counterterrorism technologies on constant guard, including satellites to track movement, biodetectors to expose chemical warfare, and biometrics to identify suspects. It also introduces readers to different organizations associated with terrorist activities, their motivations, and the challenges involved in protecting people from terrorist attacks.

With the pervasiveness of technology, cybercrime is on the rise-at great cost to businesses and individuals. While high-profile cases hit the news, many more unreported and undetected cybercrimes take place each day. This timely book explains the many insidious areas of cybercrime, including worms, viruses, fraud, hacking, and even cyberbullying. But high-tech criminals are now facing innovative cybercrime prevention specialists-computer forensic scientists. Readers learn how these skilled professionals track down perpetrators, and more importantly, how all computer users can protect themselves from the omnipresent threat of cybercrime.

Criminal profiling is one of the newest approaches to combating crime. Profilers tackle a wide range of challenges. They investigate when, why, and where crimes take place. They study the criminal mind to not only track down perpetrators but also to figure out ways to reduce the crime rate. In this high-interest book, readers explore theories of criminology and examine how these concepts are being employed in police work. They discover how technology is aiding police in pinpointing areas where crimes are likely to occur so they can better protect the public. The text also highlights the wide variety of career choices available to those interested in law enforcement.

Espionage-the practice of spying to gather secret information-isn't a new method of gaining an edge on a competitor or enemy. However, technology has opened new doors to this sometimes illegal covert activity. Many countries, including the United States, even have government-sanctioned spies. There's some truth in the James Bond stories! In this book, the methods and tools of espionage and anti-espionage are examined, including surveillance, bugging, spy satellites, drones, cryptography, and cyberwarfare. Readers will love this intriguing and in-depth look into the world of intelligence gathering.