Description: Every year there are several missing persons and presumed dead individuals or individuals who are deceased, but the manner of death is undetermined. What these cases have in common is a lengthy history of domestic violence. How can an investigation change a Medical Examiners opinion from undetermined to homicide? How can a homicide be charged in a no body case? This training will cover reopening cold cases, the use of cadaver dogs, and scene processing. The training will review how prior 911 calls, protective orders, social media posts and witnesses can be used to build and try the DV homicide.

Training Audience: law enforcement officers.

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Length: 24 Hours

Equipment Needs: Pen / pencil, note-taking material.

Pennsylvania Department of Health Continuing Education Hours: None

Course Contact: Kevin Bernard, Law Enforcement Training Coordinator, office: 610-344-4619 or via email at kbernard@chesco.org.