FOR3701
Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 524227
Due Date: 24 April 2025
QUESTION 1.1
The Locard Exchange Principle states that whenever two objects come into contact,
there is always a mutual exchange of materials. In forensic science, this principle is
foundational, as it implies that a perpetrator of a crime will bring something into the crime
scene and leave with something from it. This exchange can include microscopic
materials such as fibers, hair, skin cells, or soil particles (Van der Westhuizen, 2021).
In the context of the case study, the Locard Principle can be applied to the suspects'
vehicles—the BMW X1 and the Audi A4. These vehicles are crucial contact points
between the suspects, their environment, and any weapons or tools used during the
attempted robbery. Investigators can examine the interior and exterior of the cars for
trace evidence such as gunshot residue, hair, skin flakes, or fibers from the suspects'
clothing. Moreover, evidence such as fingerprints or DNA on door handles, steering
wheels, and seatbelts can link specific suspects to specific roles or activities. Even soil
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Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 524227
Due Date: 24 April 2025
QUESTION 1.1
The Locard Exchange Principle states that whenever two objects come into contact,
there is always a mutual exchange of materials. In forensic science, this principle is
foundational, as it implies that a perpetrator of a crime will bring something into the crime
scene and leave with something from it. This exchange can include microscopic
materials such as fibers, hair, skin cells, or soil particles (Van der Westhuizen, 2021).
In the context of the case study, the Locard Principle can be applied to the suspects'
vehicles—the BMW X1 and the Audi A4. These vehicles are crucial contact points
between the suspects, their environment, and any weapons or tools used during the
attempted robbery. Investigators can examine the interior and exterior of the cars for
trace evidence such as gunshot residue, hair, skin flakes, or fibers from the suspects'
clothing. Moreover, evidence such as fingerprints or DNA on door handles, steering
wheels, and seatbelts can link specific suspects to specific roles or activities. Even soil
Termsorof use
or plant matter from a previous crime scene might be recovered from the wheels
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
