INVESTIGATIVE QUARTERLY

A Publication by the International Homicide Investigators Association (IHIA) www.IHIA.org

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Colleagues, Members and Sponsors,

I hope this newsletter reaches everyone happy and healthy beginning to the 2023. I am writing this newsletter on the heels of our first and, hopefully, annual DNA summit and first Child Death Investigations course. As with any new endeavor we pour our efforts into the planning, execution, finding knowledgeable speakers, and a little faith to deliver the best training possible.

The DNA summit had over 300 attendees in San Diego with over 30 different states and 4 countries represented. The Child Death Investigation course in Largo, Florida had over 110 attendees, with representation from throughout the US and 2 countries. It would not have been possible without the generosity of our speakers who gave their time and energy. We also thank our industry sponsors Verogen, DNA Labs International, M-Vac Systems, University of New Haven, Innovative Forensics and Case Cracker, for their latest support on these two training events.

Planning for the 2023 Symposium continues, as the agenda shapes up and speakers are confirmed, we will update our website and provide updates as they happen. Please continue to check www.ihia.org for the latest information.

On behalf of the Association Board, I want to thank you for your membership and course attendance. We will continue to strive to provide resources, guidance, and support to each of you and our profession.

President Paul Belli International Homicide Investigators Association

EDITION: MARCH 2023

WHAT’S INSIDE THE IQ:

• Letter from President Paul Belli

• From the desk of The IHIA Association Manager Steve Lewis

• Awards & Academic Scholarship Submissions

• 2023 Symposium

• IHIA Member Spotlight: Jim Marable

• Article: Following the Rules of Miranda

• Article: Setting Clear Communications

• Article: Importance Of Collecting DNA

• Article: Detaining Witnesses

• Upcoming Training & Marketing Opportunities

The IHIA is the world’s largest and fastest growing organization of homicide and death investigation professionals. The non-profit organization represents the largest network of homicide professionals and practitioners ever assembled. The IHIA has representatives in every U.S. state and nations on six continents. For membership information, visit: www.ihia.org/Membership