The latest episode of A&E’s hit series CRIME 360, called ‘Killing Fields’ which aired April 10, 2008, showcased the power of the Leica Geosystems ScanStation to record a crime scene in vivid 3D so that detectives can virtually revisit the scene again and again.
Norcross, GA (Vocus) April 16, 2008 -- The latest episode of A&E’s hit series CRIME 360, called ‘Killing Fields’ which aired April 10, 2008, showcased the power of the Leica Geosystems ScanStation to record a crime scene in vivid 3D so that detectives can virtually revisit the scene again and again.
The ScanStation, a state-of-the-art forensic 3D laser scanner, offered police and forensic investigators an unprecedented opportunity to preserve and then study the murder scene multiple times, and ultimately help figure out what happened.
The story begins when detectives are called to an abandoned lot where the body of a gunshot victim lies face up. It’s clear the lot was used to shoot off guns the night before, presumably in celebration of Independence Day, as more than 60+ shell casings are strewn about the scene – yet none of the shell casings are next to the body.
Hoping to find an essential clue, investigators put the Leica ScanStation to work recording the scene including the body, shell casings, trees, shrubbery and nearby structures, all in 3D. The ScanStation is uniquely equipped to make millions of measurements, creating a highly accurate virtual 3D image, even outside, in bright sunlight.
With a list of suspects, detectives virtually revisit the 3D scene again and again, developing possible scenarios based on evidence, crime stopper tips and suspect statements. These scenarios include the possibility of a long-range sharpshooter. As each scenario is ruled out, detectives draw closer to discovering exactly what happened on that fateful night.
“This is an ideal application of the Leica ScanStation, allowing detectives to return to the crime scene multiple times, develop ideas, theories and even prove or disprove suspect statements,” says Tony Grissim, Forensic Account Manager for Leica Geosystems. “Through “Crime 360” and our new forensic web site at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/us/forensic, we continue to introduce law enforcement and public safety officials across the country to the benefits of this technology.”
Leica Geosystems – when it has to be right
With close to 200 years of pioneering solutions to measure the world, Leica Geosystems products and services are trusted by professionals worldwide to help them capture, analyze, and present spatial information. Leica Geosystems is best known for its broad array of products that capture accurately, model quickly, analyze easily, and visualize and present spatial information.
Those who use Leica Geosystems products every day trust them for their dependability, the value they deliver, and the superior customer support. Based in Heerbrugg, Switzerland, Leica Geosystems is a global company with tens of thousands of customers supported by more than 3,500 employees in 28 countries and hundreds of partners located in more than 120 countries around the world. Leica Geosystems is part of the Hexagon Group, Sweden.
For further information please contact:
Leica Geosystems Inc.
Andre Ribeiro
Director of Marketing
Atlanta, GA 30092
United States
Phone: +1 (770) 326-9557
Fax: +1 (770) 447-0710
www.leica-geosystems.us
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