Analysis can offer value even to decades-old cold cases, such as here in the matter of Mary Shotwell Little, assuming completeness of the data set and integrity of the facts. A crime analyst with access to original case files is well-positioned to overcome the obstacle of time. Methodology and Scope This case study is anContinue reading “Mary Shotwell Little: Can Analysis Offer Insight Into Historical Cases?”
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Russell And Shirley Dermond: When Intelligence Gaps Impair Analysis
The Dermond matter is an example of a case where there are simply too many intelligence gaps to conduct an analysis. In such times, you may need to work with investigators to build a stronger data set before beginning or proceeding in your work. Methodology and Scope This case study is an educational demonstration ofContinue reading “Russell And Shirley Dermond: When Intelligence Gaps Impair Analysis”
Alfred J. Kunz: Partnering With AI For Cold Case Analysis
BLUF | Partnering with large language models in cold case analysis, such as demonstrated here in the matter of Father Alfred J. Kunz, can add a tremendous value to your work, but understand its limits. Don’t rely on it as a human replacement. And do your own work first. Methodology and Scope This case studyContinue reading “Alfred J. Kunz: Partnering With AI For Cold Case Analysis”
Hugues De La Plaza: An Analysis Of Murder Vs. Suicide
The case of Hugues de la Plaza shows formal analytical techniques originally developed for use in intelligence analysis are equally effective in crime analysis. Methodology and Scope This case study is an educational demonstration of structured intelligence analysis using publicly available information. It is not an official investigative finding and reflects the evidence available atContinue reading “Hugues De La Plaza: An Analysis Of Murder Vs. Suicide”
How To Analyze A Data Set
How to analyze a data set is a core competency of the intelligence analyst. Here is some advice on multiple ways to look at and evaluate your data, and how to proceed to ensure a strong analysis. (Analyst’s note: This post does not explain how to gather a defensible data set. You’ll find that informationContinue reading “How To Analyze A Data Set”