Findings of the Houston Forensic Center Crime Scene

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Crime scene mistakes put cases in jeopardy-Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlfXd3SQY_A

Read [Attached] Findings of the Houston Forensic Center Crime Scene Unit Officer Involved Shooting [OIS] Audit (2016)

Pay specific attention to the Recommendations.

Read [Attached] Houston Forensic Center posting for Supervisor-Crime Scene Unit

You know from the Audit (2016) report that,

There appears to be an over reliance on photographs unsupported by written notes
CSU responders with insufficient experience are being asked to work complex scenes beyond their skill level. There are available resources (survey equipment) not being used. This is highly technical equipment (FARO Laser scanner) that requires training.

Decisions were made to NOT collect/process due to scene circumstances and arbitrary decision to not collect evidence.
In a police officer involved shooting, all fired and unfired cartridges must be accounted for.
There are too many non-essential personnel are at some of the crime scenes.
There is too much speculation and overstatement with regard to crime scene evidence collection. Improper classification of evidence and evidence sources were found.
There is a need for collaboration among agencies at the scene. Autopsy reports, witness statements, medical records, and 911 calls should be available for all crime scene reconstruction reports