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Swanson, Criminal Investigation 8/e
Criminal Investigation, 8/e
Charles R. Swanson, University of Georgia
Neil C. Chamelin, Assistant State Attorney, Second Judicial Circuit
Leonard Territo, University of South Florida- Tampa
Arson and Explosives Investigations

Chapter Objectives


1) Discuss the steps in the preliminary investigation of arson.

2) Be familiar with various types of burn indicators.

3) Describe ignition devices that may be used in arson.

4) Assess several common motivations of arsonists for setting fires.

5) Explain the scientific methods used in arson investigation.

6) List several groups of people whom an arson investigator should interview.

7) List questions that investigators should ask in interviews and interrogations.

8) Explain the two types of explosions.

9) Outline the procedures for handling and investigating bomb threats.








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