2025 SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Welcome to the 2025 International Homicide Investigators Association’s 31st Annual Training Symposium We are very excited to be in Louisville, Kentucky, “the Bluegrass State”, this year! Our co-hosts have been tremendously helpful, and we couldn’t have done it without them. This year’s co-hosts are the Louisville Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Please thank them for their continued support of our organization
I look forward to seeing old friends and colleagues and meeting new members and attendees. I highly encourage anyone wanting to become a board member to contact me or your regional representative
There is no higher honor than investigating the death of another human being. Your role in these investigations is crucial, and we are here to support you in any way we can. The 2025 IHIA symposium is structured to enhance your skills and knowledge with presentations from investigators, prosecutors, forensic science professionals, academia, digital media, and electronic communications specialists
In support of these investigations, you will find exhibitors who are as dedicated as you are. Our exhibitors are part of the IHIA family, and many have been with us for years. They could choose to support other associations or endeavors, but year after year, they spend several days with us and interact with each of you We take this loyalty very seriously and genuinely appreciate their friendship and the time and energy put into their products to support you in your investigations. Please take some time to speak with them, as you will find their passion will rival yours!
Thank you all for attending and for your unwavering commitment to professional development and growth Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and your agencies and communities appreciate the sacrifices you and your families make.
President Rob Peters
EXHIBIT HOURS
Location: Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North Sunday, August 3 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm Monday, August 4 | 9:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday, August 5 | 9:00am - 3:30pm
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2025
4:00pm - 7:00pm Registration and IHIA Store Open | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
4:00pm - 7:00pm Exhibit Hall Open | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
4:00pm - 7:00pm Welcome Reception | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
MONDAY, AUGUST 4, 2025
7:00am - 9:00am Morning Coffee Service | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
7:00am - 5:00pm IHIA Registration & IHIA Store Open | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
8:00am - 8:30am Opening Ceremonies | Regency Ballroom South
8:30am - 10:45pm General Session: Investigating Vulnerable Victims in Healthcare, case study of The Charles “Angel of Death” Cullen Investigation | Regency Ballroom South
9:00am - 5:00pm Exhibit Hall Open | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
10:45am - 11:00am Morning Beverage Break | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
11:00am - 2:30pm General Session: Targeted Honour-Based Violence | Regency Ballroom South
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch Break | Attendees on their own for lunch
2:30pm - 2:45pm Afternoon Beverage Break | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
EXHIBIT HOURS
Location: Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North Sunday, August 3 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm Monday, August 4 | 9:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday, August 5 | 9:00am - 3:30pm
2:45pm - 5:00pm General Session: Bettie Collins Homicide | Regency Ballroom South
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Monday Evening Happy Hour Reception | The Sports & Social Club, 4 Street Live th
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2025
7:00am - 9:00am Morning Coffee Service | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
7:00am - 5:30pm IHIA Registration & IHIA Store Open | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
8:00am - 12:00pm
General Session: The Limits of Human Cognition (and how to deal with them in interview) | Regency Ballroom South
9:00am - 3:30pm Exhibit Hall Open | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
10:00am - 10:15am Morning Beverage Break | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch Break | Attendees on their own for lunch
1:00pm - 3:00pm
General Session: Beyond the Badge: High-Stakes Homicide Investigations and Surviving the Unexpected | Regency Ballroom South
3:00pm - 3:15pm Afternoon Beverage Break | Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
3:15pm - 5:15pm
General Session: Organised Crime Murders in Sydney Circa 2021 and 2023, Case Study - Task Force Magnus and Task Force EREBUS | Regency Ballroom South
DISTILLERY TOURS
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2025
7:00am - 9:00am Morning Coffee Service | Regency Foyer
7:00am - 5:30pm IHIA Registration & IHIA Store Open | Regency Foyer
8:00am - 9:00am
General Session: Enhancing Law Enforcement Investigations: The Critical Role of Victim Services | Regency Ballroom South
9:00am - 9:30am Morning Beverage Break | Regency Foyer
9:30am - 11:30am
General Session: The Exoneration of Horace Roberts | Regency Ballroom South
11:30am - 1:00pm Lunch Break | Attendees on their own for lunch
1:00pm - 3:00pm
General Session: Prosecuting Homicide with "Inconclusive" DNA – Virginia Case Studies | Regency Ballroom South
3:00pm - 3:15pm Afternoon Beverage Break | Regency Foyer
3:15pm - 5:15pm
General Session: Foundations of Cold Case Investigations: Skills, Mindset, and Challenges | Regency Ballroom South
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2025
7:00am - 9:00am Morning Coffee Service | Regency Foyer
7:00am - 5:00pm IHIA Registration & IHIA Store Open | Regency Foyer
7:30am - 8:00am IHIA Board Meeting | Regency Ballroom South
8:00am - 10:00am
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General Session: Interpretations of Flesh and Bone: How Forensic Anthropology and Taphonomy Research Facilities Assist Homicide Investigations | Regency Ballroom South
10:00am - 10:15am Morning Beverage Break | Regency Foyer
10:15am - 12:15pm
General Session: From the Golden State to the Queen City: Lessons Learned Applying FIGG to Difficult Cold Cases | Regency Ballroom South
12:15pm - 1:30pm Lunch Break | Attendees on their own for lunch
1:30pm - 3:30pm
General Session: Reversing through the Unimaginable: How a Google Reverse Keyword Search Warrant Solved a Devastating Whodunnit | Regency Ballroom South
3:30pm - 4:00pm Afternoon Beverage Break | Regency Foyer
4:00pm - 5:00pm
General Session: Updates and Advancements in DNA Technologies | Regency Ballroom South
6:00pm - 9:00pm IHIA Symposium Social Event | Howl at the Moon Louisville
SOCIAL EVENTS
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 | REGENCY BALLROOM NORTH | 4:00PM – 7:00PM
Join us for the Welcome Reception, generously sponsored by all of our vendors.
MONDAY, AUGUST 4 | THE SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB | 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Kick off the evening with a Happy Hour Reception at The Sports & Social Club on 4 Street, sponsored by Bode Technology! th
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7 | HOWL AT THE MOON | 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Cap off the week with a casual networking event at Howl at the Moon, sponsored by DNA Labs International Enjoy great conversations, laid-back atmosphere, and a chance to connect with fellow attendees!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 2025
7:00am - 9:00am Morning Coffee Service | Regency Foyer
7:00am - 12:30pm IHIA Registration & IHIA Store Open | Regency Foyer
8:00am - 12:30pm
General Session: Delphi Double Homicide Investigation | Regency Ballroom South
10:00am - 10:30am Morning Beverage Break | Regency Foyer
IHIA STORE
Location: Regency Foyer/Regency Ballroom North
Be sure to stop by the IHIA Store during the Symposium! Stock up on exclusive IHIA apparel, stickers, and other gear while supporting a great cause. This is also the official location for our raffle benefiting Officer Nick Wilt and his recovery journey.
OFFICER NICK WILT
Louisville Metro Police Department
Louisville, Kentucky
On April 10, 2023, Officer Wilt and his Field Training Officer responded to the Old National Bank in Louisville to a report of an Active Shooter inside the bank.
As they arrived, the suspect fired upon them and Officer Wilt was shot in the head. The suspect was ultimately shot and killed by the Field Training Officer. Officer Wilt spent 109 days in the hospital, and two years later continues his daily rehabilitation.
Officer Wilt was on his fourth-ever shift as a member of the Louisville Metro Police Department.
Raffle proceeds will be given to assist Officer Nick Wilt during his recovery.
THE MISSION OF THE INTERNATIONAL HOMICIDE INVESTIGATORS ASSOCIATION IS TO PROVIDE ITS MEMBERS WITH SUPPORT IN HOMICIDE AND DEATH INVESTIGATIONS THROUGH THE PROVISION OF LEADERSHIP, TRAINING, NETWORKING, RESOURCES AND EXPERTISE NECESSARY TO SOLVE CASES.
The International Homicide Investigators Association was founded during a 1988 ViCAP (Violent Criminal Apprehension Program) international homicide symposium, sponsored by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) at Quantico, Virginia. This symposium brought together an elite group of professionals, from around the world, representing all death investigation disciplines 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 The membership includes highly respected death and homicide investigators, criminal behaviorists, forensic scientists, crime scene technicians, crime and intelligence analysts, prosecutors, and others, many of whom are considered among the foremost experts in their respective fields and disciplines
The diversity of IHIA’s membership greatly enhances the organization’s capability to successfully address the myriad of demanding issues facing homicide and death investigators in today’s world The IHIA’s primary mission is to support law enforcement death investigation professionals through the provision of leadership, training, networking, resources and expertise necessary to solve cases Successful death investigations frequently require inter-agency and inter-disciplinary cooperation and partnerships. The IHIA’s multi-disciplinary membership promotes inter-disciplinary and inter-agency coordination, cooperation, and working partnerships This basic tenet forms a foundation for conducting sound, successful and professional homicide and death investigations The core values of IHIA are professionalism, responsibility, cooperation, teamwork, integrity, hard work, and diligence – all of which are necessary to accomplish successful investigations
By bringing all disciplines together under one umbrella organization, the IHIA nurtures inter-agency cooperation, professional interactions, and increased communication relative to:
Homicide/Death Case Management
Latest Advancements in Forensic Technology
Laboratory Sciences Trends in Criminal Behavior
Methodology Case Comparisons to Determine Similarity in Criminal Activity
Effective Handling of Major Cases/Critical Incidents Involving Child Abduction
Single Homicides
Serial Murder
Mass Murder
Missing and Unidentified Dead Mass Casualties
Terrorism
Weapons of Mass Destruction
Other Significant Investigations Investigative
Prosecutorial Strategy Obtaining Successful Case Closures and Trial Convictions
Child & Infant Death Investigations
IHIA GOALS:
To accomplish these goals, the IHIA conducts annual symposiums and regional training sessions. Attendees are provided with the latest advanced training in all disciplines by renowned experts These sessions offer opportunities for IHIA members to present cases, exchange information, and share personal experiences. Through such networking members help one another solve homicides and other complex investigations
AWARDS:
Each year, the IHIA recognizes law enforcement professionals who have displayed exceptional innovation and perseverance in conducting homicide investigations, evidence collection, evidence examination, advances in forensic science and technology, and successful case prosecutions. Career achievements are also considered for recognition Nominees for awards can be submitted to the IHIA’s Executive Board Those selected for the IHIA Award for Excellence are honored at the annual training symposiums Award nominees need not be IHIA members
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Symposiums have been held regularly since the 1988 Quantico conference, in such locations such as Kansas City, Pittsburgh, St Louis, Reno, Houston, Las Vegas, Tampa, New Orleans, Washington DC, San Francisco, Austin, The Netherlands, and in the United Kingdom Members of the IHIA have been instrumental in starting state homicide investigator associations in Texas, Florida, Virginia, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Louisiana
REGIONAL TRAINING COURSES:
Foundational Homicide Investigations Course - 40 hours
Advanced Homicide Investigations Course - 40 hours
Cold Case/No-Body Homicide Investigations & Prosecution Course - 40 hours
Mass Casualty Response and Active Shooter Course - 40 hours
Child & Infant Death Investigations Course - 40 hours
Please visit our website for dates and locations
PRESIDENT
Sergeant Rob Peters
Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office Sacramento, California
VICE PRESIDENT
Colonel Frank Losat
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Tampa, Florida
TREASURER
Captain Mark Blair
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Tampa, Florida
SECRETARY
Crime Analyst Nathan Graham
Federal Bureau of Investigations Quantico, Virginia
PAST PRESIDENT
Lieutenant Paul Belli (ret.)
Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office Sacramento, California
TRAINING DIRECTOR
Detective First Lieutenant Dave Eddy (ret.)
Michigan State Police Dimondale, Michigan
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Lieutenant Steve Lewis (ret.)
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Tampa, Florida
DIRECTOR AT-LARGE
Sergeant Neal Clanton
Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office Sacramento, California
TRAINING DIRECTOR
Assistant Section Chief Jeffery McClain Federal Bureau of Investigations Quantico, Virginia
SOUTHERN REGION
Sergeant Mike Blair
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Tampa, Florida
FBI LIAISON
Major Case Specialist Kevin Hagan Federal Bureau of Investigations Quantico, Virginia
EASTERN REGION
Detective Sergeant Richard Perreault
New Hampshire State Police Concord, New Hampshire
WESTERN REGION
Lieutenant Edward Striedinger (ret.) Seattle Police Department Seattle, Washington
NORTHERN REGION
Captain Jeremy Christensen Omaha Police Department Omaha, Nebraska
LEGAL COUNSEL
Paul Marino, Esq.
Legal Counsel for the IHIA
New Port Richey, Florida
CHAIRMAN OF THE CORPORATE COUNCIL
Jessica Koong
QIAGEN
San Diego, California
INTERNATIONAL REGION
David Gaylor (Ret.) Sussex Police United Kingdom
MONDAY, AUGUST 4, 2025
8:30am - 10:45am
THE CHARLES “ANGEL OF DEATH” CULLEN CASE STUDY
I e within healthcare is an extremely challenging task for law enforcement due to the complex nature of the e facilities include hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living, mental health and other in-patient facilities. The v micide, physical assault, sexual assault, and other abusive behavior The goal is to provide awareness of the o s within the Healthcare environment
11:00AM - 2:30PM
TIM BRAUN, PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT, BRAUN CONSULTING, LLC
Tim Braun is the principal consultant of Braun Consulting, LLC specializing in suspicious death and homicide-related matters He is a decorated retired law enforcement veteran (past IHIA Achievement Award recipient) who has compiled extensive experience in homicide, death, and criminal investigations. Tim has served as a lead or secondary homicide detective in over 400 homicide cases, along with hundreds of other death related cases The New Jersey Superior Court has recognized him as an Expert Witness in Homicide Investigations
In addition to his work with Braun Consulting, Tim serves as a Team ADAM Consultant with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), working alongside law enforcement on recent and long-term missing children cases He has traveled throughout the US while working on several high profile critical missing child cases
TARGETED HONOUR-BASED VIOLENCE
IHBV is any attempted or threatened physical harm of a family member with honour as the principle motive. In its most extreme form, the violence leads to the killing of the family member because the victim is perceived as bringing ‘dishonour’ the family. These are premeditated killings of family members who are thought to have brought shame or dishonour to their family by engaging in certain behaviours that are considered unacceptable Honour killings are on the rise in North America, Europe and Australia
DR. PETER COLLINS, OPERATIONAL FORENSIC PSYCHIATRIST
Peter I Collins, has been an operational forensic psychiatrist, with the police, for 35 years and retired in March 2025 after 30 years with the Criminal Behaviour Analysis Section of the Ontario Provincial Police. From 1990 to 1995 he was with the first profiling unit of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police An active member of the IHIA, since 1999, Peter has worked with, and instructed, numerous criminal justice agencies in North America, and 26 countries internationally including the FBI, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Interpol and Europol.
DETECTIVE SERGEANT TARA MCDOUGALL, OTTAWA POLICE SERVICE & ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
Detective Sergeant Tara McDougall has been an officer with the Ottawa Police Service located in Ontario, Canada since 2003 She is currently the Detective Sergeant of the Security Intelligence section, focusing on National Security, Terrorism and Violent Extremism Her extensive experience as a Detective Constable in Witness Protection has provided her with unique insights into Honour Based Violence and Honour Based Killings. During this time, she administered Ontario’s Witness Protection program on behalf on the Ministry of the Attorney General A strong advocate for victims, her expertise in this critical area was highlighted in her presentation at the National Witness Protection Conference in 2024. Her diverse investigative background also includes significant experience in Sexual Assaults, Child Abuse, Intimate Partner Violence and General Investigations
2:45pm - 5:00pm
BETTIE COLLINS HOMICIDE - CASE STUDY
This case presentation will be in reference to the investigation and arrest of Mark Rudolph for the murder of Bettie Collins Ms Collins was a 79-year-old woman who lived alone and was brutally murdered by Mr. Rudolph when he entered her home and stabbed her approximately 64 times in the head, neck, and back This presentation will cover the several elements of the investigation including physical evidence and DNA evidence that linked Mr Rudolph to the crime
DETECTIVE TIM HUBER, LOUISVILLE METRO POLICE DEPARTMENT
Since 2022, Detective Tim Huber has served with the LMPD Homicide Unit and has been assigned as the lead detective on 23 homicide cases
Prior to joining LMPD, Detective Huber completed ten years of service with the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (LMDC), rising to the rank of Lieutenant
Throughout his career with the Louisville Metro Police Department, Detective Huber has served in a variety of roles, including the 1st Division patrol platoons, 1st Division Impact Unit, Special Response Team (SRT), the Training Academy, Criminal Interdiction Division – Violent Crimes Unit, and the Homicide Unit He has led and assisted in numerous investigations, including thefts, narcotics offenses, illegal weapons cases, violent assaults, death investigations, and homicides.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2025
8:00am - 12:00pm
THE LIMITS OF HUMAN
COGNITION (AND HOW TO DEAL WITH THEM IN INTERVIEW)
As interviewers we deal in memories, whether they be from witnesses, suspects or victims. Sometimes specialist methods are needed to allow subjects to deliver the information we need. For example, cold cases or prolonged involvement in crime or with a criminal organisation This session will look at the cognitive reasons interview subjects sometimes omit information By understanding these issues, interviewers can use appropriate strategies to overcome the limitations imposed by human cognitive processes and remove barriers to expansive disclosure. We will look at practical methods used in interview to retrieve difficult to access memories without contaminating them. Topics covered include: The science of memory; The cognitive processes at work in interview; The idea of an “extended memory ” and the use of supportive methods to overcome limitations; Direct and generative recall
1:00pm - 3:00pm
DETECTIVE WAYNE THOMAS (RET), THAMES VALLEY POLICE
Wayne has over three decades of operational experience, spending the first years of his career as a UK police detective, specializing in the investigation of serious and organized crime and the use of covert policing methods This was followed by a career as a UK government intelligence officer working in counterterrorism investigations around the world He now collaborates with police and intelligence agencies to train interviewers and investigators in sciencebased methods that provide ethical and effective information elicitation He has delivered training across the USA, Europe, Australia, South America and the Middle East, to both local and national agencies. When not teaching, he participates in research into the behavioral and cognitive aspects of interviewing in support of the Hope Applied Cognition Laboratory in Portsmouth University, U K and the Cold Case Network (a collaboration with Carleton University, Canada, and Goldsmiths University, U K ) He is a deputy editor of “Investigative Interviewing Research and Practice”, the journal of the International Investigative Interviewers Research Group.
BEYOND THE BADGE: HIGH-STAKES
HOMICIDE INVESTIGATIONS AND SURVIVING THE UNEXPECTED
This presentation provides an in-depth case study of a homicide investigation that escalated into a surveillance operation and ultimately an ambush where the lead investigator was shot It breaks down each phase of the investigation, highlighting investigative techniques, surveillance planning, and the critical decisions made in real time.
DETECTIVE NICK MUSIC, LEXINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
Detective Nick Music is a dedicated and experienced law enforcement professional currently serving as a homicide detective With over a decade of experience, he has honed his investigative skills through five years on third shift patrol, two years in special operations, and the past three years specializing in homicide investigations. Detective Music is committed to seeking justice, solving complex cases, and ensuring the safety of the community through meticulous investigative work and unwavering determination
3:15pm - 5:15pm
ORGANISED CRIME
SERGEANT BRANDON GIBBS, LEXINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
Sergeant Brandon Gibbs was hired onto the Lexington Police Department in November, 2013 Sergeant Gibbs was assigned to the Bureau of Patrol when he worked predominantly 2nd shift from July 2014-2016, when he was selected for a 12- month temporary assignment in the Violent Crimes Unit Prior to the conclusion of this assignment, he was transferred to the Robbery/Homicide Unit where has was assigned as a homicide investigator until his promotion in January of 2022 where he was reassigned to the Bureau of Patrol, 3rd shift. In 2023, Sergeant Gibbs was assigned back to the Robbery/Homicide Unit as a Sergeant, where remains assigned today In addition to his permanent assignment in Robbery/Homicide, Sergeant Gibbs is also an active member of the Lexington Police Department’s Emergency Response Unit (commonly referred to as SWAT). He has been an active member of ERU since Spring 2022.
MURDERS IN SYDNEY CIRCA 2021 & 2023|TASK FORCE MAGNUS & TASK FORCE EREBUS
In 2021 there was a series of three high profile organised crime related Homicide's (public place shootings) involving a number of feuding OCN (Organised Crime Networks) all in the space of about 4 weeks of each other. These were a series of well organise and professionally targeted contract type murders using 'murder for hire' entities The obvious public reaction to these events led to the establishment (by the NSWP) of TF EREBUS where strategies were implemented to both ensure the appropriate investigative response, as well as further proactive strategies to mitigate further public violence involving these parties The aim of the TF was to not only investigate the murders, but to also implement strategies to proactively target those involved in these incidents at a lower level, such as those involved in the procurement of vehicles and other resources to assist the success of the overall criminality
Following TF EREBUS, in 2023, a further spate of high profile murders ensued in Sydney involving associated OCN's to those involved in TF EREBUS. This next wave again utilised murder for hire contracts and resulted in numerous heinous homicides, including public place shootings with which resulted in the death of uninvolved and completely innocent victims As a result, TF MAGNUS was established, which again was set up to implement the same successful strategies implemented by EREBUS to investigate this next wave of public place violence, and resulted in further resource based strategies out of lessons learned in TF EREBUS such as the RID (Rapid Investigation Deployment) model to assist in facilitating investigations to undertake ‘ resource intensive’ tasks such as CCTV canvassing to assist the investigative response The result yielded the arrest and charging of dozens of offenders involved from the high level organisers, through to the lower level facilitators of these crimes
DETECTIVE SERGEANT PAUL MANGAN, NEW SOUTH WALES POLICE
Detective Sergeant Paul Mangan has had a distinguished career with the New South Wales Police Force spanning in excess of 20 years of service, marked by his involvement in several high-profile investigations Notably, he played a pivotal role in the extensive manhunt, arrest and conviction of Australia’s Most Wanted murderer, Malcolm Naden, a fugitive responsible for multiple serious murders, dedicating years to tracking him down and arresting the fugitive. In 2016, Detective Sergeant Mangan led the investigation into the alleged bugging incident involving the New Zealand All Blacks Rugby team during their stay in Sydney, demonstrating expertise in handling complex and sensitive situations A large portion of the career of Detective Sergeant Mangan has been dedicated to Homicide Investigation at the (NSW) State Crime Command, Homicide Squad
In recognition of his exemplary service and commitment to law enforcement, Detective Sergeant Mangan was awarded the NSW Police Commissioners Medal for Service, honouring his dedication to the police force and contribution to the community
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2025
8:00am - 9:00am
ENHANCING LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATIONS: THE CRITICAL ROLE OF VICTIM SERVICES
This session will explore the vital role that Victim Services professionals play during police investigations, focusing on the emotional, psychological, and logistical support provided to victims and communities in the aftermath of homicides. Attendees will gain insight into the strategies and frameworks used to address the immediate and long-term needs of victims Through real-world examples and expert insights, participants will learn how Victim Services professionals contribute to crisis management, provide essential resources, and foster resilience in the face of tragedy The session will also highlight how victim-centered and trauma informed policing minimizes retraumatization, improves community relations and case closure rates, and increases trust.
SUPERVISOR
MEGHAN
CHUNG, VICTIM SERVICES UNIT, LOUISVILLE METRO POLICE DEPARTMENT
Meghan Chung has over ten years of experience working in the crime victim advocacy field She has been employed at the Louisville Metro Police Department for over 5 years and currently serves as a supervisor within the Victim Services Unit Prior to that, Meghan worked as a victim advocate in both adult and juvenile court, working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking
UNIT
DIRECTOR HANNAH WALLING, VICTIM SERVICES, CHATTANOOGA POLICE DEPARTMENT
Hannah Walling is the Victim Services & Chaplains Director at the Chattanooga Police Department Hannah has been with the Victim Services Unit in different capacities since 2018 with her most recent role as the Director for the past 3 years During that time she has provided support and services to victims of all crime types including; survivors of homicide, non fatal shooting victims, domestic violence, sexual assault, robbery, criminal traffic cases and other crime types.
9: THE EXONERATION OF HORACE ROBERTS
IIn 1998 Horace Roberts was arrested and convicted of killing his girlfriend, Terry Cheek and spend 20 years in state prison while maintaining his innocence With the assistance of the California Innocence Center and modern DNA technology this investigation was re-opened, and the new findings were shocking Horace Roberts was exonerated, and Terry Cheeks ex-husband, his nephew, and son were arrested and convicted of murder 26 years after Terry was murdered.
COMMANDER JAMES CAMPOS, RIVERSIDE COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
James Campos has 25 years of sworn law enforcement experience He began his career with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department in October 2000 and was promoted to Sheriff’s Investigator in 2006. He later held the ranks of Investigator II, Lead Investigator III, and Master Investigator IV
He spent over 8 years with the Riverside Sheriff’s Central Homicide Unit, where he was involved in well over 100 homicide investigations and over 30 officer-involved shooting investigations. He has served as the investigating officer in 15 murder investigations that went to jury trial In September 2017, he joined the Riverside County District Attorney’s Bureau of Investigation, assigned to the Major Crimes “Homicide / Gang Unit ” He was promoted to Senior Investigator II on February 19, 2019, and to Supervising Investigator on December 30, 2021. During that time, he oversaw Real Estate Fraud, Elder Abuse, Major Fraud, Computer Forensics, the Audio Video Unit, the Regional Cold Case Homicide Team, and the Force Investigations Detail
On January 25, 2024, he was promoted to Commander He now oversees Western Region Felony Crimes, Special Victims Unit, Major Crimes, and the Regional Cold Case Homicide Team.
1:00pm - 3:00pm
ANDRE SPENCER (RET), RIVERSIDE COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Andre Spencer has over 31 years of sworn law enforcement experience, including 5 years with the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office.
Prior to joining the District Attorney’s Office, he served with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department from June 1989 to June 2016 While with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, he worked in Custody, Patrol, and Investigations In 2000, he was assigned as an Investigator to the Orange County Sheriff’s Homicide Unit, where he remained until his promotion to Sergeant in 2008 During that time, he worked several homicide cases, officer-involved shootings, and internal criminal investigations
In 2010, he was assigned as the Homicide Sergeant for the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, supervising investigators working major crimes He continued to serve in Sheriff’s Homicide until his retirement in June 2016
PROSECUTING HOMICIDE WITH "INCONCLUSIVE" DNA
DNA is a powerful tool for revealing truth But low-level or mixed DNA often goes unreported because of limited data analysis The speakers have closed homicides that hinged on initially "inconclusive" DNA, later solved by modern computing In case after case, they show how better science finds unassailable forensic facts that explain evidence and deliver justice.
3:15pm - 5:15pm
NICOLE WITTMANN, CHIEF DEPUTY COMMONWEALTH’S ATTORNEY, OFFICE OF THE COMMONWEALTH’S ATTORNEY FOR LOUDOUN COUNTY
Nicole Wittmann is the Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney for the Loudoun County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, serving in this role since January 2024 She conducts all aspects of prosecution of violent crime, manages a staff of 61 including attorneys and staff, and collaborates with county law enforcement agencies to bring justice to victims of crime
DR. MARK PERLIN, CHIEF SCIENTIFIC AND EXECUTIVE OFFICER, CYBERGENETICS
Dr Mark Perlin is Chief Scientific and Executive Officer at Cybergenetics He has twenty years ’ experience developing computer methods for information-rich interpretation of DNA evidence, and providing TrueAllele® products and services to the criminal justice community His innovative TrueAllele computer solution replaced less accurate forensic approaches He has worked on a thousand criminal cases, and has testified a hundred times (state, federal, military and foreign courts) He regularly teaches DNA mixture analysis to scientists, lawyers, judges, juries and police He publishes scientific papers, presents at scientific meetings, consults for both prosecution and defense, and writes for magazines and books Dr Perlin holds doctoral degrees in Mathematics (City University of New York) and Computer Science (Carnegie Mellon University), and a medical degree (University of Chicago)
FOUNDATIONS OF COLD CASE INVESTIGATIONS: SKILLS, MINDSET, AND CHALLENGES
Cold Case Presentation with Dan Bendig, who is a Special Investigator with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit in Florida Special Investigator Bendig will discuss the strategies and concepts necessary for successful cold case investigations Special Investigator Bendig will also discuss three individual cold case investigations: the cases of Stephen Edenfield, Tonya Aughtman, and Peter Polizzi, and how those cold case investigative strategies and practices led to the successful apprehension of the suspects
SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR DANIEL BENDING, HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
THURSDAY,
Daniel Bending is a Special Investigator with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit, bringing nearly four decades of law enforcement experience. He served twenty-five years with the New York City Police Department, where he worked in the 79th Precinct, the Street Crime Unit, and the 113th Precinct Detective Squad Daniel was promoted to Detective in 1999 and to Second Grade Detective in 2010
For 15 of his 25 years with the NYPD, Daniel investigated both active and cold case homicides, culminating with his assignment to the elite Cold Case Homicide Squad, from which he retired in 2019 During his NYPD career, he was also a member of the Hostage Negotiator Team, the Dignitary Protection Team, and served twelve years as a Delegate for the NYPD Detective Endowment Association
Since retiring, Daniel has continued his focus on solving unsolved homicides and now serves with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit He is also a member of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Peer Support Team, where he remains dedicated to supporting the well-being of his fellow law enforcement professionals
AUGUST 7, 2025
8:00am - 10:00am
INTERPRETATIONS OF FLESH AND BONE: HOW FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGY AND TAPHONOMY RESEARCH FACILITIES ASSIST HOMICIDE INVESTIGATIONS
No two humans decompose in exactly the same way, much like no two homicide investigations are exactly the same. Different internal and external factors affect the rate, progression, and appearance of individual human postmortem changes This presentation explores the ways in which the research and training through the forensic taphonomy facilities in North America and abroad contribute to the investigative community’s knowledge about human decomposition, burial recovery, and the analysis of human remains. Attendees will learn about the applications of various scientific disciplines and novel technologies to important aspects of death investigations, such as search and recovery, postmortem interval estimation, and victim identification
DR. JANE HARRIS, DIRECTOR, NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR FORENSIC SCIENCE
Jane Harris, Ph D , is the Director of the Northern Michigan University Center for Forensic Science, which encompasses the Body Donation Program, the Forensic Anthropology Research Laboratory, and the Forensic Research Outdoor Station, one of only a handful of human taphonomy research facilities in the world Prior to starting at NMU in 2017, Harris worked as a civilian for the Michigan State Police (2013-2017) and as an investigator for the Office of the Medical Examiner in Ingham County, Michigan (2012-2017) Dr Harris is a forensic anthropologist who provides assistance, mainly search and recovery and the analysis of human skeletal remains, to medical examiners offices and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies Her research focuses on human decomposition, taphonomy, and victim identification
10:15am - 12:15pm
FROM THE GOLDEN STATE TO THE QUEEN CITY: LESSONS LEARNED APPLYING FIGG TO DIFFICULT COLD CASES
By teaming up with some of the pioneers in the field of Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG), the Cincinnati Police Department began to apply the method to cases that had haunted investigators for decades The case studies presented will show how common obstacles can be overcome to obtain solves and convictions in both serial rapes and homicides These case studies also offer unique insight into the behavior of serial offenders and challenge some commonly held beliefs.
DETECTIVE JEFF SMALLWOOD, CINCINNATI POLICE DEPARTMENT
Jeff Smallwood is a Police Specialist and 26-year veteran with the Cincinnati Police Department where he has been assigned to the Homicide Unit since 2020 Before his current assignment he worked in the Personal Crimes Unit for 18 years primarily investigating sexual assaults During his time as a detective, Jeff has received numerous commendations and awards including receiving the ‘Best Overall Investigation’ award from the Hamilton County Police Association in 2012 and 2020 Prior to entering the police academy in 1998, Jeff graduated from Xavier University in Cincinnati with a bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in chemistry
1:30pm - 3:30pm
REVERSING THROUGH THE UNIMAGINABLE: HOW A GOOGLE REVERSE KEYWORD SEARCH WARRANT SOLVED A DEVASTATING WHODUNNIT
On August 5, 2020, a fire engulfed a home in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, taking the lives of three adults and two children - immigrants from Senegal who had no apparent connection to anything that might explain this tragedy. Three other occupants were able to escape the fire but sustained serious injuries in the process Surveillance video from nearby homes depicted the perpetrators as three individuals wearing theater-style masks; however, the identity of those individuals remained unknown for months, until a shot-in-the-dark search warrant was obtained that turned the case on its head.
Follow us through the 6-month investigation that involved innovative investigative strategies, good ‘ol fashioned police work, and a touch of good luck, through the subsequent legal fight that ended with a victory for the case, but many legal questions left unanswered.
DETECTIVE NEIL BAKER, DENVER POLICE DEPARTMENT
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Detective Neil Baker is an active 33-year veteran currently with the Denver Police Department in Denver Colorado, assigned to the Homicide Unit
Detective Baker began his career in 1991 working for the Littleton Police Department where he spent 13 years before transferring to the Denver Police Department in 2004 Detective Baker spent the majority of his career as a patrol officer and working in patrol Detective Baker served in various specialized units such as Motorcycles, Narcotics, Community Policing and training new police officers.
Detective Baker shifted his focus in law enforcement into Criminal Investigations where he has served as a General Assignment Detective, investigating property crimes, assaults and street-level robberies He then transitioned to the Major Crimes Division at the Denver Police Department where he focused on Crimes Against Children and Sex Crimes before moving to his current position in Homicide
He continues to serve this position investigating active Homicide cases and Critical Incidents involving police officers. He also teaches at the Denver Police Academy and is a current instructor with the International Law Enforcement Academies (ILEA), teaching Homicide and Advanced Homicide courses in San Salvador, servicing police agencies in the Central American and Caribbean countries
UPDATES AND ADVANCEMENTS IN DNA TECHNOLOGIES
DANIELLE GLUTH, DNA LABS
Danielle Gluth is the Sr Director of Client Experience as DNA Labs International (DLI) and a UCF graduate where she received her BS degree majoring in Psychology. Dani has been partnering with law enforcement agencies over the past 8 years helping them solve crime with DNA She specializes in the education of law enforcement; training them about the latest advancements in forensic technology, empowering them with the knowledge and the application to apply to their cases.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 2025
8:00am - 12:30pm
DELPHI DOUBLE HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
On February 13, 2017, Abigail “Abby” Williams and Liberty “Libby “German walked the Monon High Bridge Trails in Delphi, Indiana. They encountered a violent predator known as Bridge Guy. He followed them across an old railroad bridge using a gun. he controlled them, forcing them down the hill, across a creek Intending to sexually assault them, he was distracted by a van traveling on a nearby driveway He murdered both girls, attempted to hide their bodies with sticks, leaving them dead in the woods Libby heroically captured and preserved crucial evidence of Bridge Guy’s appearance and voice on her cell phone Abby managed to hide the phone despite the trauma they both endured before their horrific deaths. Investigators discovered an unspent cartridge at the scene between their bodies Another piece of crucial evidence was kept from the public until it was used to link the murderer to the scene Before the identification of Bridge Guy, a core group of detectives with a never quit attitude investigated 70,000 + tips and leads, including phone calls, emails, and handwritten letters; conducted 10,000+ interviews; and collected 2,000 + items of evidence, including 600 + buccal swabs.
On October 26, 2022, Investigators arrested Bridge Guy and identified him as Richard Matthew Allen Allen murdered the girls, returned home, resumed his life, and concealed his crime Hiding in plain sight, he led a normal life with his wife as he continued working at a local drug store. Jurors watched the video of Allen from Libby’s phone and surveillance footage of his vehicle. They heard an expert testify about a Winchester S&W 40-caliber cartridge left at the scene cycled through Allen’s 40 caliber Sig-Sauer, as well as witnesses who saw him on the trails They listened to Allen’s admission of being on the trails and the bridge, and some of his over 61 confessions. On November 11, 2024, a jury found Allen guilty of murder. On December 20, 2024, Allen was sentenced to 130 years in the Indiana DOC.
LIEUTENANT JERRY D. HOLEMAN, INDIANA STATE POLICE
Lieutenant Jerry D Holeman began his career in public service in 1989 by enlisting in the United States Marine Corps
He was deployed during the Gulf War serving in Operation Desert Storm. He was an artilleryman for eight years before being honorably discharged in 1997
Lt Holeman began his law enforcement career in 2001, graduating from the 61st Indiana State Police Recruit Academy. Upon graduation he was assigned to patrol White and Carroll counties at the Lafayette District, until 2006 he was transferred to the Methamphetamine Suppression Section as a certified clandestine laboratory investigator
In 2009, he was promoted to detective assigned to the Lafayette District’s Criminal Investigation Division (CID) He investigated multiple high-profile investigations, including officer-involved shootings, homicides, bank robberies, and numerous crimes against children
In 2014, he served as the Investigative Squad Leader (SGT) in Lafayette District’s CID where he provided support and supervision to district detectives
In 2016, he was promoted and served as the Lafayette District’s Investigative Commander(F/SGT). In 2017, he was selected to and graduated from the FBI National Academy (270)
In March 2024, he assumed his current role as Area 1 Investigative Commander His primary role is to plan, coordinate and manage all Area 1 investigations in the Lafayette, Lowell, and Peru Districts and supervises all district investigative commanders
In his 24 years of experience, Lt Holeman has investigated, supervised, and managed numerous complex high-profile investigations including the Delphi Double Homicide Investigation. He has assumed additional leadership roles as a field training officer, hostage crisis negotiator, and a member of the mobile field force team
Lt. Holeman is supported by his wife, three children, and eight grandchildren.
CHIEF STEPHEN L MULLIN, DELPHI POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief Stephen L. Mullin has served in law enforcement in Carroll County for over forty years. His career began after high school as a police dispatcher, followed by roles as a Patrolman, Merritt Sheriff’s Deputy, Detective, rescue scuba diver, and Polygraph Examiner He also served part-time as Camden Town Marshall, Delphi Chief of Police, and Prosecutor’s Chief Investigator. He is currently re-appointed as Police Chief for the City of Delphi.
Booth 1: iRecord
Booth 2: Sherry Black Foundation
Booth 3: Valor Technical Cleaning
Booth 4: Trimble, Inc.
Booth 5: Barrier By Design
Booth 6: Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates
Booth 8: Seiler Geospatial
Booth 9: Seiler GeoDrones
Booth 10: Cybergenetics
Booth 11: ViCAP
Booth 12: Bode Tech
Booth 13: Resolve Forensics
Booth 14: Precision Survey Supply
Booth 15: IACA
Booth 16: FARO Technologies Inc.
Booth 17: Forensic Pathology Services (FPS)
Booth 18: Xanalys
Booth 19: Othram, Inc.
Booth 20: ThermoFisher Scientific
Booth 21: CaseCracker
Booth 24: Peace River K9 Search and Rescue
Booth 25: Qiagen
Booth 26: Amped Software
Booth 27: DNA Labs International
Booth 28: Veritone
Booth 29: M-Vac Systems
AMPED SOFTWARE USA, INC.
Booth #26
www ampedsoftware com
Amped Software sets the standard for image and video forensics Our software solutions are used by the top law enforcement, military, and government agencies worldwide. The company focuses on developing global leading solutions for all image and video processing needs relating to forensics, investigations, public safety, and intelligence. With an emphasis on the transparency of the methodologies used, Amped solutions empower customers with the three main principles of the scientific method: accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility.
BARRIER BY DESIGN
Booth #5
http://www.barrierbydesign.com
At SRN Systems, we are manufacturing portable privacy, safety and security barriers for both indoor and outdoor applications Our systems are modular in nature, require no tools for assembling and can be constructed by one person in less than 5 minutes Engineered for mobility and easy storage 100% made in the U.S.A. Also, we are a 100% woman owned business.
BODE TECHNOLOGY
Booth #12
www.bodetech.com
For 30 years, Bode Technology has been a trusted partner to law enforcement, delivering forensic DNA solutions that help solve cases, protect communities, and bring justice to those who need it most We provide cutting-edge forensic DNA technology and an extensive range of trusted DNA collection products used by agencies worldwide. Our tools and services are designed to help law enforcement uncover critical evidence and close cases efficiently
Beyond technology, Bode offers expert forensic consulting, training, and laboratory validations, supported by ISO-certified proficiency testing to ensure the highest standards of accuracy and reliability. Our dedicated teams of scientists and specialists work with you every step of the way to achieve results With a steadfast commitment to quality, responsiveness, and transparency, Bode is proud to stand beside law enforcement as a reliable partner in advancing justice and strengthening public safety
CASECRACKER
Booth #21
www casecracker com
CaseCracker was developed to record easily and reliably, store, search and share your important interviews High-definition Audio/Video, tamper-proof, controlled access, and in room failure notification ensures dependability and high-level security is achieved We are the sole provider to 2,000+ State/Local Agencies, Army CID, FBI, DEA, and numerous child advocacy centers. CaseCracker is designed to be easy-to-use, requires little-tono training, and is customizable to meet the needs of your organization The system is offered in multiple form-factors to allow recordings to take place in police departments, universities, hospitals, or even in field locations like hotel rooms or transport vehicles. CaseCracker Onyx, our most technologically advanced solution, is customizable to meet the needs of any sized organization
CYBERGENETICS
Booth #10
www cybgen com
Cybergenetics computer automated TrueAllele® Casework interpretation technology helps investigators solve crimes involving complex DNA evidence.TrueAllele Casework probabilistic genotyping (PG) interpretation routinely solves ‘impossible’ DNA mixtures, transforming uninterpretable forensic DNA data into useful identification information. When DNA data is deemed ’too complex’ because it has too many contributors, is too degraded, includes too many family members, etc , Cybergenetics routinely provides informative results. The TrueAllele results can be used for investigative purposes as well as for court submission Our DNA analysis routinely provides useful results in any type of case from homicides, touch and family relationship DNA, to property crime, even when lab results are inconclusive TrueAllele Casework results have been accepted into court in most states (47) and internationally These results have been used in more than 1000 cases TrueAllele’s track record includes successfully helping to identifying victim remains from the World Trade Center terrorist attack TrueAllele’s published validation studies demonstrate how the technology can separate out DNA mixtures with 4, 5, 6 and up to 10 contributors. TrueAllele compares evidence to references, as well as evidence to evidence data to provide accurate and objective results Used for individual cases as well as serial crime, TrueAllele provides results when no-one else can
DNA LABS INTERNATIONAL
Booth #27
www.dnalabsinternational.com
DNA Labs International (DLI) is an ANAB ISO 17025 accredited laboratory forensic laboratory with a remarkable 20-year history of supporting law enforcement agencies across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean Nations Founded with a unique focus on empowering law enforcement, DLI has been at the forefront of forensic science, revolutionizing the field with its unwavering commitment to excellence Founded in 2004, We are passionate about our work and instill and share the company ’ s core mission: to provide the highest quality results, friendly service and innovative technology for law enforcement agencies and the victims they represent. When it comes to forensic casework, we are one of the top labs in the country
FARO
Booth #16
https://www.faro.com/
FARO® gives public safety, law enforcement and fire professionals the tools to capture, analyze and visualize data to provide unbiased 2D and 3D digital information for investigation and pre- incident planning FARO hardware and software solutions deliver maps, scene documents, animations and other exhibits, helping preserve physical scene evidence and converting raw data into compelling courtroom presentations, exhibits and action plans From pre-incident planning to after-action response, FARO is the industry leader in crash reconstruction, crime scene and arson investigation.
FBI VIOLENT CRIMINAL APPREHENSION PROGRAM (VICAP)
Booth # 11
www.fbi.gov/wanted/vicap
Established by the Department of Justice in 1985, FBI ViCAP serves as the national repository for violent crimes, specifically homicides, sexual assaults, missing persons (with indications of foul play), and unidentified human remains (where the manner of death is known or suspected to be homicide) The ViCAP National Crime Database (ViCAP) is a state-of-the-art behavior-based crime analysis system.
ViCAP enables law enforcement agencies (LEAs) to collect, collate, enter, and analyze their own violent crime information on a local level, and facilitates the identification of similar cases on a regional, state, and national basis. Additionally, individual case submissions are analyzed by ViCAP crime analysts at the national level Located in Quantico, Virginia, FBI ViCAP is a component of the FBI National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime (NCAVC), Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG)
FORENSIC PATHOLOGY SERVICES (FPS)
Booth #17
https://fpsllc.org
Founded in 2018, FPS was built on the belief that accessing qualified forensic professionals should be straightforward and hassle-free Today, we proudly serve clients across the nation- and as of 2023, we ’ ve expanded our reach to make our services available worldwide. Our team includes more than 160 boardcertified Forensic Pathologists, Medicolegal Death Investigators, Pathologists’ Assistants, Autopsy Technicians, and Transcriptionists, with new members joining every month. We’ve supported over 40 offices, hundreds of law firms, and thousands of families, providing clear, confident answers during their most critical moments
At FPS, our mission is to seamlessly connect families, agencies, and governments with top-tier forensic professionals through a whiteglove, concierge approach We are committed to delivering unparalleled quality and care- handling the complexities so that professionals can stay focused on their expertise and families can receive the answers they deserve during their most challenging times
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CRIME ANALYSTS (IACA)
Booth #15
www.iaca.net
The IACA is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) professional association comprised of criminal justice professionals, including working analysts, students, educators, researchers and private vendors We have a common goal of furthering the field of crime analysis and the diversity of our membership provides many perspectives from which we can all learn more The IACA Executive Board and various committees are staffed by dedicated individuals who volunteer their time to improve the profession. We offer training, literature, networking and support, all for a nominal membership cost Membership dues, proceeds from merchandise sales and training fees all contribute to supporting and expanding the programs we offer to our members Currently, the IACA has over 6,400 members from 83 countries
IRECORD
Booth #1
http://www irecord tv
iRecord is the leading on-demand, high-definition digital video/voice recording system designed specifically for recording, managing and sharing interviews. Made in the USA since 2002with the help of detectives, law enforcement professionals, computer software and hardware engineers iRecord is “purposeful” technology because it helps public safety cost-effectively increase efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity: helping them better serve and protect iRecord is a High Definition digital audio and video recording, broadcast and content management solution. iRecord is a “one-touch” solution that creates recordings playable on any PC and DVD player Other features include advanced network connectivity that allows users to add bookmarks (notes), metadata, save to USB, redaction (editing), chain of evidence audit trail, external file import, and economical storage options including the Evidence Vault and iRecord Nexus Cloud Solutions
M-VAC SYSTEMS
·Booth #29
www.m-vac.com
M-Vac Systems, Inc is the world’s most aggressive forensic DNA collection system The M-Vac can collect DNA material from rough and porous surfaces that traditional methods physically can't The M-Vac is wet-vacuum based, much like a carpet cleaner, that can collect DNA from the cracks and crevices of most surfaces enabling investigators to collect DNA even when swabbing or other methods have failed Specific fields of sample acquisition for the technology include: forensic evidence DNA collection, drug and chemical residue sampling, food safety monitoring, routine quality control testing, environmental bio-hazard and biological weapons detection, secure chain-of-custody and diverse research applications We are committed to providing high quality equipment and superior customer service and support
OTHRAM
Booth #19
https://othram com
Othram Inc. is the world’s first purpose-built forensic laboratory for FGG, providing a beginning to end solution and allowing us to assist law enforcement agencies in solving complex homicide, violent crime, and unidentified human remains investigations
PEACE RIVER K9 SEARCH AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION
Booth #24
www.prsar.org
Peace River K9 Search & Rescue (PRSAR) is a Southwest Floridabased non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation made possible by public donations and the dedication of many volunteers to provide a professional, highly trained search team for the rapid, effective, and safe return of lost or missing persons. Since its inception in 2010, the PRSAR team has grown to include not only K9 teams but Mounted Horses, Water Recovery, Divers, and Drones PRSAR never charges for its services; however, it is ready to respond with a high level of professionalism and performance
PRECISION SURVEY SUPPLY
Booth #14
www precisionsurveysupply com
Precision Survey Supply is a Public Safety Distributor for Leica Geosystems suite of Reality Capture, crime scene, and traffic accident products and software.
QIAGEN
Booth #25
www verogen com/lawenforcement
QIAGEN has a leading position in the human identification and forensics market, having pioneered the introduction of commercial DNA purification kits for forensic casework samples in the late 1990s Its comprehensive range of solutions, including sample collection and preparation kits, DNA profiling tools, and workflow automation products, are trusted by forensic science laboratories and investigators worldwide In early 2023, QIAGEN acquired Verogen, a leader in the use of NGS technologies to further drive the future of human identification and forensic investigation. Both companies had previously been commercialization partners through a distribution agreement This acquisition has enabled QIAGEN to offer the most complete workflow in the human identification and forensics market, solidifying its leading position
RESOLVE FORENSICS
Booth #13
https://resolveforensics com
Resolve Forensics is a private DNA laboratory specializing in Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) testing that uses cutting-edge extraction and advanced sequencing techniques to isolate, amplify, and reconstruct usable genetic profiles for human identification Our unique and proprietary approach has been designed to efficiently recover valuable genetic information from even the most challenging, highly fragmented, and/or degraded DNA samples We recover and analyze genetic information from sources that traditional forensic methods just can't and miss Standard forensic DNA testing has frustrating limitations. We can do better With decades of expert forensic laboratory and genetic testing experience, we strive to responsibly bridge the justice gap between affordable testing access, zero testing error, impossible DNA cases, and timely justice
SEILER GEODRONES
Booth #8
www seilergeodrones com
Seiler is a family-owned business established in 1945 Our firm is one of the largest suppliers of brand name Geospatial Industry Surveying and Supply equipment in the Midwest We offer our clients the most advanced robotics, drones, survey, mapping/asset management, mobile LiDAR, and software technology on the market Seiler specializes in solutions for the geospatial industry with offices in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, and Wisconsin Our experienced staff are all industry professionals who help guide, support, educate, and train our clients with productivity offerings and solutions. Seiler has nationally recognized repair centers that can service, repair, and calibrate your survey, GIS/GNSS, Trimble Mobile LiDAR, and construction instruments.
We are an authorized distributor for Trimble Navigation, Esri, FreeFly, DJI, Autodesk, Wingtra, Inspired Flight, GEOCUE, Teledyne Geospatial, WISPR Systems, Spectra Precision, Pix4d, GeoBridge and many more. Let us show you the value of working with Seiler by contacting us today
SEILER PUBLIC SAFETY
Booth #9
http://www seilerpublicsafety com
Seiler Forensics and Public Safety provide a powerful package of hardware and software solutions designed specifically to help law enforcement, first responders, emergency managers, and private sector security agencies handle the toughest information-collection challenges Seiler Forensics is your Trimble Authorized Distribution Partner for forensic technologies
SHERRY BLACK FOUNDATION
Booth #2
https://sherryblackfoundation org
The Sherry Black Foundation was created in 2017 by Heidi and Greg Miller as a way to share knowledge that they gained out of tragedy after the violent murder of Heidi’s mother, Sherry Heidi and Greg found themselves using all available resources to help solve the crime along with law enforcement This took them on a journey of identifying existing skilled professionals, investigative tools, and finding gaps in our justice system that would lead them on a journey of advocacy
Starting the foundation was also a way for them to find light in the darkest of moments. By serving others, it continues to help them process their overwhelming grief and give hope to not only themselves, but to other families facing similar circumstances In their search for answers, they met Patrick Zirpoli and other experts and realized that their advanced skills, and those of others like them, could benefit the law enforcement community This resulted in the development of the training courses that the foundation continues to host across the country The Millers felt the need to bridge the gap between the investigative skills of specialists and those of local law-enforcement agencies that may not have the staff or budget to gain the knowledge needed to solve some violent crimes. The resulting focus of the SBF is to support the hard-working individuals and criminal justice agencies in their unending quest to keep our communities safe by reducing some redundant gaps and barriers that many law enforcement and related agencies face while working to investigate and solve violent crimes
THERMOFISHER SCIENTIFIC
Booth #20
www thermofisher com/rapiddna
As a worldwide leader in forensic DNA testing, ThermoFisher Scientific has been supporting the criminal justice community for nearly 30 years Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer We are proud to introduce our latest crime-fighting tool, the FBI NDIS-approved RapidHIT™ ID, which enables law enforcement to use DNA information to solve cases in real-time. DNA can be processed at the station or in the field and, within 90 minutes, provide answers that can immediately impact an investigation Partners in forensics from investigators and police officers to DNA analysts, medical examiners and criminal justice attorneys can benefit from Rapid DNA in many applications The RapidHIT ID system equips the criminal justice community to expedite DNA testing so they can help get criminals off the street faster and keep their communities safe
TRIMBLE, INC.
Booth #4
https://forensics trimble com
Trimble scene-to-courtroom solutions work alongside law enforcement and private sector agencies to handle the toughest evidence-collection challenges Clear scenes quickly, prep evidence efficiently, and confidently present the facts and your analysis in court
VALOR TECHNICAL CLEANING
Booth #3
www.valortechnicalcleaning.com
We are crime scene cleaners with discretion and integrity Valor Technical Cleaning is a crime scene, suicide, blood and biohazard cleaning company with a passion for service and a willingness to give back to our communities Our team of OSHA-compliant, GBAC certified professional cleaners approaches every job with care and professionalism, always focusing on the well-being and safety of our clients
VERITONE, INC.
Booth #28
www.veritone.com
Veritone (NASDAQ: VERI) builds human-centered enterprise AI solutions. Serving customers in the media, entertainment, public sector and talent acquisition industries, Veritone’s software and services empower individuals at the world’s largest and most recognizable brands to run more efficiently, accelerate decision making and increase profitability Veritone’s leading enterprise AI platform, aiWARE™, orchestrates an ever-growing ecosystem of machine learning models, transforming data sources into actionable intelligence. By blending human expertise with AI technology, Veritone advances human potential to help organizations solve problems and achieve more than ever before, enhancing lives everywhere.
WICKLANDER-ZULAWSKI & ASSOCIATES
Booth #6
www.w-z.com
Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates is an internationally recognized training firm specializing in effective, ethical, evidence-based interview methods Our non-confrontational methodologies are structured, conversational approaches that eliminate the conflict between interviewer and subject By eliciting truthful, actionable information, a WZ interview often yields greater overall results and avoids the most common causes of false confessions. WZ conducts over 500 standard and customized training seminars each year
Over 200,000 investigators have been trained by WZ in multiple methods of interview strategy, offering the seminar participant with a wide flexibility of approaches, permitting them to alter strategies depending on the level of evidence, subject considerations, and type of interview. As a world leader in non-confrontational interview practices, WZ continues to stay current and forwardthinking, building relationships with private, public, and academic partners to further evolve the educational offerings provided to our clients
XANALYS
Booth #18
http://www xanalys org
Xanalys are specialists in investigative case management systems
Criminal and regulatory investigators face unique challenges – at Xanalys, we develop innovative, data-driven investigative case management systems that connect people, technology and information to improve investigative outcomes
We work with law enforcement, regulatory, and commercial organizations around the world. Our users are investigators, analysts, managers, data processing experts and field officers, who bring their skills together to uncover the evidence needed to support successful prosecutions, penalties and sanctions.
We design and deliver investigative case management systems to manage even the largest, most complex cases while providing transparency and accountability across the entire investigative process Our extensive experience supporting local, state, and national agencies has enabled us to develop a suite of software that incorporates a consistent investigative methodology while also supporting each customer’s unique requirements and business practices Drawing on decades of experience supporting investigative professionals across the globe, Xanalys provides data driven solutions that control the speed, flow and direction of even the most complex investigations
CARSON MILLER
The son of IHIA Member Tim Miller, Washington County Sheriff’s Office A senior at Sherwood High School, with a GPA of 3 8 will be attending Boise State University seeking a degree in Fire Safety and Emergency Services. This recipient has demonstrated outstanding leadership as a senior captain, leadership student, and mentor at youth baseball camps. Carson is a Merit Award recipient, Honors Student, Varsity Athlete, and active member of SHS Leadership Committed to service and personal growth, he regularly attends weekly Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) meetings and plans to pursue a career in fire safety. The IHIA Scholarship will support their education at Boise State University, where they will study Fire Science. This financial support will help him focus on academic success and service to their community through a future in Emergency Response
COOPER PRESTON HOLLIS
The son of IHIA Member Preston Hollis, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Graduated from Strawberry High School with a GPA of 3 92, this recipient is a respected student leader and has served as Junior and Senior Class President, captained the Varsity Golf Team, and was a multi-year member of the Student Government Association, NHS, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He was named Prom King, Mr Strawberry Crest, and 1st Team All Western Conference in Boys Golf Passionate about community service, he has volunteered with food banks, hurricane recovery teams, Special Smiles, and children’s golf camps. His leadership is rooted in character, compassion, and mentorship qualities inspired by his father. Currently earning his AA degree at Florida College, he plans to transfer to the University of Florida to major in Biochemistry and pursue a career in dentistry with a minor in finance He hopes to give back through community outreach and service-driven leadership.
TATUM STILES
The daughter of IHIA Member Jeremy Stiles, Tulsa Police Department. A standout student from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, with a 4 58 GPA, this recipient is a 3x State Champion Varsity Pom athlete, Academic All-State honoree, National Merit Scholar Qualifier, and Oklahoma Discovery Awards Nominee Recognized for her leadership, she has served as a dance teacher, theatre mentor, and Fine Arts Leadership Team member, while managing her school’s theatre social media with professionalism and integrity A dedicated academic, she has completed 14 pre-AP/AP courses, been named an AP Scholar, and is a National Honor Society member Her volunteer work spans food drives, cultural events, and charitable performances with her Theatre Arts Performance Troupe. Inspired by her father, a police officer, she hopes to blend her passion for performance and service by pursuing a career in musical theatre and one day opening a youth dance and theatre studio She will attend Southeast Missouri State University, supported by the Copper Dome and Fine Arts scholarships, to further her studies in musical theatre and inspire the next generation of performers.
JOHN ELIGIO DEANGELIS, JR.
The son of IHIA Member Elizabeth DeAngelis, Dallas Police Department. A first-generation college student and Army ROTC 3AD Scholarship recipient, this outstanding student is currently enrolled in the Corps of Cadets at Tarleton State University A graduate of Temple Christian School, he excelled in academics (4 56 GPA), athletics (multi-sport athlete), and leadership roles, including NHS, PLTW, and student ministries. With over 140 community service hours, his dedication includes tornado relief work, multiple mission trips to Guatemala, and mentoring younger teammates through “Iron Sharpens Iron ” Influenced by his parents, both law enforcement officers, he exemplifies discipline, service, and humility. He plans to serve as a U.S. Army officer and later pursue a career with Homeland Security or the FBI. This scholarship supports his mission to lead with integrity, faith, and a heart for others
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THE IHIA WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS FOR THEIR EFFORTS AND SUPPORT OF THE 2025 IHIA SYMPOSIUM
BOOK A TOUR TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY
Secure your spot to tour the Old Forester Distilling Company. This is an after-hours private tour for IHIA attendees with four tasting expressions included! Cost is $50 per person.
Anyone wishing to participate in the tour must book online here.
Tours available: Tuesday and Wednesday
119 West Main Street Louisville, KY 40202
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.
