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foster+freeman Technology Supports UK-Ethiopia Aviation Security Partnership
Security & Policing 2026: Supporting the JSaRC Immersive Experience
Security & Policing event, delivered by the Home Office and bringing together government, law enforcement and industry partners to address complex
security challenges.
foster+freeman to Tackle Prison Drug Crisis with Launch of ContraSCAN™ Detection Technology
Advancing Forensics in Brazil: First DCS6 Installed in Manaus
Enhancing Fingermark Visualisation: The Power of Shortwave Reflected UV Imaging (RUVIS)
Recent PUM Study Demonstrates The Role of Fabric Colour and Composition in Bloodstain Visualisation Using the Crime-lite ML PRO
Strengthening Forensic Science Capabilities in Bolivia: Foster+Freeman and HANSA Expand Strategic Partnership
Training Spotlight: Beyond the Technology, The Experts Behind the Results
Foster + Freeman Congratulates Al Faiha on the Launch of New Regional Forensic Centre of Excellence
Utilising Crime-lites for The Detection of Challenging Bloodstains
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Strengthening Forensic Science Collaboration Between the UK and Italy
Foster+Freeman recently hosted a high-level Forensic Science Workshop at Villa Wolkonsky in Rome, in partnership with long-standing Italian distributor Rigel.The event celebrated the growing collaboration between the 🇬🇧 United Kingdom and 🇮🇹 Italy in forensic...
Recent PUM Study Demonstrates The Role of Fabric Colour and Composition in Bloodstain Visualisation Using the Crime-lite ML PRO
A study by the Pomeranian Medical University (PUM) provides an interesting assessment of the impact of fabric composition and colour on the visualisation of biological traces and lubricants using the Foster + Freeman Crime-lite® ML PRO. The study showed that both...
Wichita County DA’s Office and WFPD Enhance Forensic Toolkit with Crime-lite AUTO
Wichita Falls Police Department and Wichita County District Attorney’s Office have added a foster+freeman Crime-lite AUTO to their forensic toolkit. Jointly funded by the two agencies, this new acquisition will empower examiners to undertake crime scene analysis more efficiently, speeding up processes and freeing up valuable time.
VSC Technology Utilised for Handwriting Analysis in Zara Qairina Mahathir Inquest
The Coroner’s Court in the inquest into the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir has been told that 21 police case evidence bags containing handwritten documents related to the case have now been transferred to the Chemistry Department in Petaling Jaya for further forensic analysis, including sheets of paper containing handwriting, exercise books, workbooks, and notebooks belonging to the late Zara Qairina.
Recent VCU and VDEM Study Demonstrates Effectiveness of Crime-lite Technology for Detection of Skeletal Remains
A study by the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), published this year in the Journal of Forensic Sciences, provides an interesting assessment of the effectiveness of alternate light sources in the search for skeletal remains.
German LKA Forensic Expert Showcases Latest Crime-lite Technology in MDR Feature
In a recent feature from Germany’s MDR Wissen, experienced forensic investigator Michael Ulrich discusses developments in forensic technology over the last 30 years, while demonstrating the capabilities of the Crime-lite AUTO and Crime-lite LASER.
Crime-lite AUTO-Equipped Mobile Lab Visits Netherlands Silver Museum
This summer, the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands’ (RCE) mobile laboratory – “Lab on the Road” – visited the Netherlands Silver Museum in Schoonhoven, bringing with it extensive expertise and powerful specialist equipment, including the foster+freeman Crime-lite AUTO.
RNC Forensic Director Praises Latest Generation of CSI Tools, including Crime-lite AUTO.
In a recent interview with Canada’s CBC News, Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Director of Forensics and Property Control, Kathryn Rodgers, praised the effectiveness of the Crime-lite AUTO for the identification of substances, including blood, saliva, and gunshot residues.
New South Wales Police Force Acquire Australia’s First VSC9000
The ongoing efforts of NSW Police Force to increase their forensic capabilities have been supported by the recent acquisition of a VSC9000, giving the Document Examination Unit access to the most advanced VSC to-date, and vastly enhancing their abilities to interrogate questioned documents.
VSC80/FS to Enhance ICPC Lagos Capabilities Following British High Commission Donation
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in Lagos are now equipped with a foster+freeman VSC80/FS, following a donation from the British High Commission which highlights the ongoing collaborative efforts of Nigeria and the United Kingdom towards improving investigative capacity and efficiency.
Polish Border Guard Completes Specialist Document Examination Training with VSC Technology
Last month, the Border Guard Training Centre in Kętrzyn, Poland, completed another edition of their specialist document examiner training programme, with participants gaining hands on experience with foster+freeman VSC workstations and deepening their knowledge in the field.
Mexican State Attorney Combats Vehicle Theft with VSC Technology
Earlier this year The Attorney General’s Office of the Mexican State of Michoacán reaffirmed its commitment to safety, legality, and the protection of citizens assets through the Vehicle Certification Module, making use of foster+freeman VSC technology to combat illegal activity related to vehicle sales.