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crime-and-justice14 days ago•1 min saved

Forensic data and autopsy results challenge Mississippi grand jury's drowning conclusion in Nolan Wells case

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and forensic expert Andrew Garrett released new evidence on Thursday regarding the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, contradicting a recent Mississippi grand jury decision. The state autopsy found no water in Wells’s lungs or stomach, while phone forensics confirmed that data was deleted after his last use on July 4. Although the grand jury ruled the death consistent with accidental drowning, the family’s legal team argues these findings suggest foul play and are calling for federal intervention.

via The Guardian|

#ben-crump #crime-and-justice #forensic-analysis

world5 months ago•36 min saved

Brute-Force Tech: North Korea’s Missiles in Ukraine Hint at Legacy Manufacturing That Still Works

A new forensic analysis of North Korea’s KN-23 and KN-24 missiles used in Ukraine indicates they rely on decades‑old manufacturing methods—soldering quality and assembly practices—yet remain deployable. Investigators found the missiles use off‑the‑shelf components from multiple countries due to sanctions, plus simple, low‑cost materials like graphite for heat shielding and larger, less efficient engines to achieve comparable performance. While this brute‑force approach can work, it sacrifices consistency and accuracy, highlighting how supply constraints can preserve legacy production methods even in modern weapons—and offering a lens on how legacy techniques persist in other industries as well.

via Yahoo|

#ballistic-missiles #forensic-analysis #manufacturing

investigative-report2 years ago•2 min saved

"Uncovering Truth: Forensic Analysis Reveals Hamas Abuses Amid Israeli Denial"

Al Jazeera's Investigative Unit conducted a forensic analysis of the events of October 7, revealing widespread human rights abuses by Hamas fighters and others, but also debunking many false claims made by Israeli politicians, including allegations of mass killings and systematic rape. The analysis found that certain stories used to justify the subsequent bombardment of the Gaza Strip were untrue, and identified incidents where Israeli forces may have killed Israeli citizens. While isolated rapes may have occurred, there was insufficient evidence to support claims of widespread and systematic sexual violence.

via Al Jazeera English|

#forensic-analysis #gaza-strip #hamas

cybersecurity2 years ago•1 min saved

"Kaspersky's iShutdown Tool Detects Pegasus Spyware on iOS Devices"

Cybersecurity researchers have developed a new method called iShutdown to detect spyware like Pegasus on Apple iOS devices by analyzing the "Shutdown.log" file, which records reboot events and environment characteristics. The method involves identifying reboot delays caused by spyware-related processes and specific filesystem paths used by spyware families. Kaspersky has released Python scripts to extract and analyze the log file, emphasizing the lightweight and accessible nature of this approach. Additionally, SentinelOne has revealed that information stealers targeting macOS are adapting to evade Apple's XProtect antivirus technology, highlighting the need for more advanced detection methods beyond signature-based approaches.

via The Hacker News|

#cybersecurity #forensic-analysis #ios

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Peru Officials Seize Doll-Like Figures, Deny Alien Connection

Forensic experts in Peru have debunked claims that two doll-like figures and a three-fingered hand seized by customs authorities are of extraterrestrial origin, revealing that they are made of paper, glue, metal, and human and animal bones. The findings refute assertions made by some individuals, including Mexican journalist José Jaime Maussan, who presented the objects as non-human beings not part of terrestrial evolution. The prosecutor’s office is yet to determine the owner of the objects, which were intended for a Mexican citizen before being intercepted by customs agents.

via The Associated Press|

#alien-hoax #doll-like-figures #forensic-analysis

odd-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Peru Officials Confirm "Alien Mummies" Were Dolls Made from Animal Bones

Forensic experts in Peru have debunked claims that two doll-like figures and a three-fingered hand seized by customs authorities are of extraterrestrial origin, revealing that they were made with paper, glue, metal, and human and animal bones. The intended recipient of the objects was a Mexican citizen, and the findings contradict assertions made by Mexican journalist José Jaime Maussan and some lawmakers about the objects being non-human beings. The dolls were found to be assembled with bones of animals from Earth and modern synthetic glues, while the alleged three-finger hand was created with human bones.

via Yahoo News|

#aliens #dolls #forensic-analysis

conflictinternational-relations3 years ago•2 min saved

"Forensic Analysis Reveals Possible Cause of Gaza Hospital Blast: CNN Video"

CNN's forensic analysis of videos and photos suggests that a deadly explosion at a hospital in Gaza occurred when a rocket launched from within Gaza broke up midair and partially landed on the medical complex.

via CNN|

#cnn #conflictinternational-relations #forensic-analysis

conflictinvestigation3 years ago•13 min saved

"Forensic Analysis Points to Rocket, Not Israeli Airstrike, as Cause of Gaza Hospital Blast: CNN Investigation"

Forensic analysis of images and videos suggests that a rocket launched from within Gaza broke up midair and caused the blast at Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza City, contradicting claims by Palestinian militants and the Israeli government that an Israeli airstrike was responsible. Weapons and explosive experts believe this to be the most likely scenario, although the absence of munition remnants or shrapnel at the scene makes it difficult to be certain. The investigation highlights the challenges of remote analysis and the difficulty of sorting fact from fiction in the midst of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

via CNN|

#conflictinvestigation #forensic-analysis #gaza

crime3 years ago•4 min saved

Grieving Mother's Unexpected CrimeCon Appearance Leaves Audience Heartbroken

Stacy Chapin, the mother of one of the University of Idaho murder victims, Ethan Chapin, surprised attendees at CrimeCon 2023 with a heartfelt speech about her son and the other slain students. She spoke during a Q&A session following a forensics expert's lecture on the murders. Chapin expressed gratitude for the respectful remarks and tearfully shared that the loss of the four victims was devastating. She urged the audience not to forget them. Bryan Kohberger, a graduate student, has been charged with four counts of murder in connection with the deaths.

via New York Post |

#crime #crimecon #forensic-analysis

true-crime3 years ago•4 min saved

"Mother's Surprise Cameo Shocks True Crime Convention at Idaho Murders Victim's Tribute"

Stacy Chapin, the mother of Ethan Chapin, who was one of the victims in the University of Idaho student murders, surprised attendees at a true crime conference by making an emotional appearance during a forensics expert's lecture on the case. She expressed gratitude for the speaker's respectful remarks about the victims and shared that her son and the other victims were amazing individuals. Chapin and the speaker both described the unplanned moment as powerful and significant. Chapin also discussed the foundation she and her husband set up in memory of Ethan and their plans for a fundraising gala. The accused, Bryan Kohberger, faces charges of stabbing all four students to death and could potentially face the death penalty if convicted.

via Yahoo News|

#crimecon #ethan-chapin #forensic-analysis

true-crime3 years ago•5 min saved

"Mother's Surprise Cameo Shocks True Crime Convention at Idaho Murders Victim's Tribute"

Stacy Chapin, the mother of Ethan Chapin, one of the victims in the University of Idaho student murders, surprised attendees at a true crime conference by making an emotional appearance during a forensics expert's lecture on the case. She expressed gratitude for the speaker's respectful analysis and shared that her son and the other victims were incredible individuals. Chapin and her husband have set up the Ethan's Smile foundation to provide scholarships to students, and they plan to hold a fundraising gala on the one-year anniversary of the attack. The accused, Bryan Kohberger, has pleaded not guilty and could face the death penalty if convicted.

via Fox News|

#crimecon #ethan-chapin #forensic-analysis

accidentsdisasters3 years ago•2 min saved

"Tragic Fire at Taiwanese Golf Ball Factory Claims 10 Lives, Including 4 Firefighters"

The death toll in the Taiwan golf ball factory fire has been lowered to nine, with one person still missing, after forensic analysis revealed that some bones found earlier were not human. Four firefighters were among the victims. The cause of the fire, which occurred at Launch Technologies Co., a major global supplier of golf balls, remains unclear. Over 100 people were injured in the blaze, which was extinguished on Saturday. The Ministry of Labor will conduct an occupational safety investigation into the factory and its parent company.

via ABC News|

#accidentsdisasters #factory-fire #forensic-analysis

science-and-technology3 years ago•2 min saved

Uncovering the Cause: Analyzing the Arecibo Collapse

Forensic analysis of the Arecibo radio telescope collapse has identified bad sockets as the main cause of the failure. The investigation revealed that the manual and inconsistent splay of the wires during cable socketing led to shear stress, causing the molten zinc "spelter socket" to slowly flow around the cable strands and allowing them to slip out of the surrounding steel socket. While there were multiple causes for the collapse, being able to attribute the bulk of the failure to a single defect provides valuable lessons for preventing future failures of cable-supported structures.

via Hackaday|

#arecibo #cable-failure #collapse

archaeology3 years ago•1 min saved

Unveiling the Face of the Vasa Shipwreck Victim

Forensic artist Oscar Nilsson has created a new facial reconstruction of a woman whose skeletal remains were recovered from the Vasa shipwreck in Stockholm harbor. Previously believed to be a man, genetic analysis revealed that the bones belonged to a woman with blue eyes, blonde hair, and pale skin. The woman, nicknamed "Gertrude," was estimated to be between 25 and 30 years old at the time of her death. Using computed tomography scans and data on tissue thickness, Nilsson recreated her features, including a new analysis of the nose, ears, and fuller lips. Microscopic analysis of fabric pieces found near the remains suggests she was wearing a dark gray jacket and a bright red, tall hat resembling traditional festive dress.

via Archaeology|

#archaeology #facial-reconstruction #forensic-analysis

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

"Controversy Surrounding Hunter Biden's Alleged Laptop Data and Obama-era Emails"

Former Virginia Representative Denver Riggleman has joined Hunter Biden's legal team to investigate the alleged laptop data that supporters of former President Donald Trump claim is evidence of corruption. Riggleman aims to provide a technical and analytical report comparing phone forensics to determine the true origins of the data. He alleges that the data has been manipulated and fabricated by individuals such as Steve Bannon and Rudy Giuliani. Riggleman emphasizes the lack of forensic validity in the data and criticizes its use by Congress members and journalists. Hunter Biden's attorneys have consistently denied the accuracy of the computer store owner's account and the authenticity of the data.

via The Independent|

#denver-riggleman #fabrication #forensic-analysis