OVM3701
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2024
Unique number: NA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE…………………………………………………………………………………… 1
INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………… 2
RELEVANT KEY CONCEPTS………………………………………………………. 2
Murder………………………………………………………………………….. 2
Forensic investigation………………………………………………………… 2
Crime Scene Investigation…………………………………………………… 2
Polygraph test…………………………………………………………………. 3
Cold case team………………………………………………………………... 3
VALUE OF EXPERT ASSISTANCE AT A MURDER CRIME SCENE…………… 3
Expertise in Collecting and Handling Blood………………………………... 3
Collection of Body Fluids for Laboratory Tests…………………………….. 4
Preservation of Physical Clues……………………………………………… 4
Preventing Damage or Destruction of Evidence……………………………4
Criminalistics expertise……………………………………………………….. 5
USE OF POLYGRAPH (LIE DETECTOR) AND ITS DEFECTS…………………. 5
THE POLICE DEMONSTRATED PROFESSIONALISM AND EFFICIENCY IN THEIR
INVESTIGATION INTO SENZO MEYIWA'S DEATH……………………………… 6
CONCLUSION………………………………………………………………………… 8
REFERENCES…………………………………………………………………………9
1
, TITLE
UNRESOLVED MURDER OF SENZO MEYIWA’S CASE THAT HIGHLIGHTS THE
INTRICACIES OF POLICE INVESTIGATION AND FORENSIC METHODS.
INTRODUCTION
The murder case of Senzo Meyiwa has remained intricate and unresolved, prompting
inquiries over the competence and professionalism of the South African Police Service
in managing the inquiry. From the initial occurrence in 2014 until the latest
apprehension of five individuals in 2020, there have been multiple unexpected
developments, accusations of manipulating evidence, and assertions of wrongful
arrests. This case has generated extensive public attention and apprehension on the
effectiveness of law enforcement in dealing with prominent criminal incidents.
This project will involve a thorough analysis of the police's conduct starting from the
initial phases of the inquiry up until the present day. We will evaluate the techniques
employed, the management of evidence, the collaboration among law enforcement
agencies, and the overall strategy for resolving the case. In this analysis, we will
evaluate whether the police shown the requisite expertise, professionalism, and
commitment in their efforts to achieve justice for Senzo Meyiwa. Additionally, we will
examine the influence of these measures on the public's confidence in the criminal
justice system and the consequences for future prominent investigations.
RELEVANT KEY CONCEPTS
Murder
The unlawful and intentional killing of another human being complying with all the
requirements for murder.
Forensic investigation
Forensic investigation refers to the scientific examination and analysis of evidence in
order to uncover facts and gather information that can be used in legal proceedings.
Crime Scene Investigation
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Assignment 1 Semester 1 2024
Unique number: NA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE…………………………………………………………………………………… 1
INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………… 2
RELEVANT KEY CONCEPTS………………………………………………………. 2
Murder………………………………………………………………………….. 2
Forensic investigation………………………………………………………… 2
Crime Scene Investigation…………………………………………………… 2
Polygraph test…………………………………………………………………. 3
Cold case team………………………………………………………………... 3
VALUE OF EXPERT ASSISTANCE AT A MURDER CRIME SCENE…………… 3
Expertise in Collecting and Handling Blood………………………………... 3
Collection of Body Fluids for Laboratory Tests…………………………….. 4
Preservation of Physical Clues……………………………………………… 4
Preventing Damage or Destruction of Evidence……………………………4
Criminalistics expertise……………………………………………………….. 5
USE OF POLYGRAPH (LIE DETECTOR) AND ITS DEFECTS…………………. 5
THE POLICE DEMONSTRATED PROFESSIONALISM AND EFFICIENCY IN THEIR
INVESTIGATION INTO SENZO MEYIWA'S DEATH……………………………… 6
CONCLUSION………………………………………………………………………… 8
REFERENCES…………………………………………………………………………9
1
, TITLE
UNRESOLVED MURDER OF SENZO MEYIWA’S CASE THAT HIGHLIGHTS THE
INTRICACIES OF POLICE INVESTIGATION AND FORENSIC METHODS.
INTRODUCTION
The murder case of Senzo Meyiwa has remained intricate and unresolved, prompting
inquiries over the competence and professionalism of the South African Police Service
in managing the inquiry. From the initial occurrence in 2014 until the latest
apprehension of five individuals in 2020, there have been multiple unexpected
developments, accusations of manipulating evidence, and assertions of wrongful
arrests. This case has generated extensive public attention and apprehension on the
effectiveness of law enforcement in dealing with prominent criminal incidents.
This project will involve a thorough analysis of the police's conduct starting from the
initial phases of the inquiry up until the present day. We will evaluate the techniques
employed, the management of evidence, the collaboration among law enforcement
agencies, and the overall strategy for resolving the case. In this analysis, we will
evaluate whether the police shown the requisite expertise, professionalism, and
commitment in their efforts to achieve justice for Senzo Meyiwa. Additionally, we will
examine the influence of these measures on the public's confidence in the criminal
justice system and the consequences for future prominent investigations.
RELEVANT KEY CONCEPTS
Murder
The unlawful and intentional killing of another human being complying with all the
requirements for murder.
Forensic investigation
Forensic investigation refers to the scientific examination and analysis of evidence in
order to uncover facts and gather information that can be used in legal proceedings.
Crime Scene Investigation
2
