INTERPOL HANDBOOK ON DNA DATA EXCHANGE AND PRACTICE

The only obvious item of evidential value to the investigation other than the body at thistime would appear to be the item of underwear. This item would usually not be removedfrom the victim at this time. The body and items of clothing including the underwearare secured in a body bag and transferred to the appropriate mortuary facility for fullexamination by both the Pathologist/Coroner and the crime scene investigators.Picture 3 - Transit area Pier East VIA•main entrance route to the crime sceneA long corridor stretches away from the main seating area with clear overhead signsindicating toilet facilities and an emergency exit. The corridor is well lit with fluorescentstrip lighting overhead.Picture 4 - CorridorPicture 5 - Entrance to the toiletsApproximately 20 metres ahead on the right-hand side is the doorway and entranceto the toilets.A further 15 metres beyond the door is the access to the female toilet facilities, whichare located on the left-hand side through another door.To the right, the corridor extends straight ahead. Twenty metres on the left are themale toilet facilities and straight ahead is the storage room also used by cleaning staff.Finally, to the right, opposite the male toilet door, is the corridor leading to a set ofdouble secured fire doors giving access to a fire escape.FICTITIOUS SCENARIO PAGE 15