200 word response with 2 references/intext citations from internet sources
Due 2/18/2025
Post 1: Q1
Vehicle-involved investigations often present diverse and complex opportunities for evidence collection. What advanced forensic techniques are used to gather evidence from vehicles, such as tire impressions, event data recorders, and trace materials? Critically analyze how such evidence is reconstructed to establish timelines, suspect movements, or culpability. Explore the limitations and potential pitfalls of relying on vehicle-derived evidence, citing real-world cases where its use was either pivotal or problematic.