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Dr. Tsunao Saitoh: An Unexplored Hypothesis, A Contextual Threat
BLUF | An unexplored hypothesis, steeped in the context of the time in which the crime was committed, may offer a new direction in the 1996 murder of a neuroscientist. Source statement: This analysis was based on open source, with some access through the Orange County Public Library’s Digital Library and Resources Center. No lawContinue reading “Dr. Tsunao Saitoh: An Unexplored Hypothesis, A Contextual Threat”
Team A/Team B: An Outline Of This Analytical Method
This is a framework for a Team A/Team B Analysis. It is one of several formal analytical techniques that can guide analysis, thus ensuring a robust exploration of a topic and a well-considered conclusion. Team A/Team B is effective when there are two strong, competing opinions on an analytical question. After both sides have presentedContinue reading “Team A/Team B: An Outline Of This Analytical Method”
Jamie Stickle: A Team A/Team B Analysis In Action
BLUF | In cases where there is strong disagreement and the evidence appears to support divergent hypotheses, consider conducting a Team A/Team B analysis. Team A/Team B Analysis is an effective methodology when two strong, divergent explanations exist, such as here with the conflict over the manner of death of Jamie Lynn Stickle, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.Continue reading “Jamie Stickle: A Team A/Team B Analysis In Action”
Diane Marie Shields: Hitting The Limit Of Available Evidence
BLUF | A key roadblock analysts face in exploring historic cases is hitting the limit of available evidence due to low media coverage. Barring the full release by law enforcement of case files, you’ve likely taken a project as far as it can go. Source statement: No formal law enforcement or government documents were foundContinue reading “Diane Marie Shields: Hitting The Limit Of Available Evidence”