Understanding Criminal Investigation
Chapter One
Introduction: A Brief History
of Crime Investigation
Stephen Tong
Traditionally crime investigation training has focused more heavily
on legislation than theoretical contributions (Morgan, 1990; Tong,
2005). This text aims to fill this void by using some of the theoretical
contributions from the academic sources and providing an insight
into key debates and contemporary issues in crime investigation. An
understanding of the investigative process is linked to an appreciation
of empirical analysis of investigative decision-making and a critical
examination of investigative practice. With this in mind, this text
will examine empirical research into police investigative issues
and illustrate the practical relevance of theoretical contributions to
crime investigation while providing an accessible text intended for
a broad audience, including professionals and undergraduate and
postgraduate students.
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