
Crafty Crime-busting
Synopsis
First criminals could easily get away with murder.
Then a killer was caught out by a bloody thumbprint.
Now even microscopic clues can be used to collar crooks.
This crafty guide gives you the low-down on how the experts crack
crime. Sneak a peek inside and you'll uncover the correct way to
dust for dabs, how to work out if someone's disguising their handwriting,
and why a dead body can reveal crucial clues. Keep your
eyes peeled and you'll discover how DNA solved the mystery of a
missing princess, why maggots can help to convict a criminal, and
which murderer sealed his fate by polishing his shoes.
Plus: Try your hand at a spot of DIY detection. Have you got what
it takes to crack a case?
Publisher information
- Publisher: Scholastic
- ISBN: 9780439981859
- Number of pages: 128
- Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 11 mm
- Weight: 98g
