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Physical Evidence - Residential Burglary

(Examples shown are possible evidence that may be found and collected at the crime scene, but are NOT all inclusive.  The only evidence that cannot be found is that which is not looked for.)

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Tire tracks leading to residence.
Tire tracks leading away from scene.		 csr-footprints.jpg (60436 bytes) 
Footprints leading from tire tracks. Footprints leading away from rear door.
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Fingerprint impressions on window frame or broken glass
at point of entry.

  • Tool near tire tracks

  • Pry (tool) marks at point of entry

  • Blood on glass fragments at point of entry

  • Clothing fibers on broken window frame at point of entry

  • Standard broken glass fragments

  • Dusty footprint on air conditioner point of entry

  • Fingerprints on disturbed drinking glass in kitchen

  • Blood on bathroom floor, sink, or tub

  • Cut television antenna wire

  • Cut wires - power, phone, etc.

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Fingerprints on jewelry
box or furniture that has been moved

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Fingerprints on power meter

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Fingerprints on inside door frame, door knob, or window frame

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Fingerprints / footprints on toilet seat / tank

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Footprints on carpet

  • Broken lamp in living room, wrench nearby

  • Cigarette butt on living room floor (not victim's)

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Suspect's wallet or ID near the scene

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