Homicide Investigations Seminar

Dates: November 2-3

Cost: $349.00

Location: City of Asheville Police Department Training Center, 24 Canoe Lane, Asheville, NC 28804

Instructors: Jen Spears or Bill Hanson

This intensive two-day seminar equips law enforcement professionals with advanced skills in handling complex homicide investigations. Participants will explore modern methodologies applicable to crime scene analysis, evidence collection, interviewing witnesses, and behavioral assessment techniques. The curriculum caters to experienced detectives and patrol officers alike, providing practical knowledge to strengthen investigative performance and ultimately deliver answers to victims' families.

Course Topics Include:

• Crime Scene Procedures for Suspicious Deaths and Homicides
• Initial Scene Responsibilities, Canvassing & Immediate Leads
• Case Reviews of Multiple Homicide Types, including Arson, Sexual Violence, and Robbery
• Crime Scene Accountability
• Victimology
• Medical-Legal Death Investigation (Victim Identification / Time of Death / Injury Recognition)
• Primary & Secondary Crime Scenes
• Crime Scene Evaluation and Walk-through Execution
• DNA Review and Touch Evidence
• Suicide and Equivocal Death Scene Investigation

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made more than 21 days prior to the course date qualify for a full refund minus a 5% processing fee. No refunds are available for cancellations within 21 days of the class; however, student substitutions are permitted.