PSR - October 23, 2025

New technology changing how investigators capture aftermath of crashes, crime scenes

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October 23, 2025

The shift toward 3D reality capture technology, including laser scanners and drones, is fundamentally changing how investigators document accident and crime scenes. This cutting-edge equipment creates highly accurate, measurable digital twins of complex environments in minutes.

The resulting permanent record eliminates human measurement error, drastically reduces the time scenes are closed, and allows forensic teams to perform detailed, retrospective analysis long after the physical area has been cleared. This enhanced precision is proving vital for accident reconstruction and presenting compelling, indisputable evidence in court.

Top News

New technology changing how investigators capture aftermath of crashes, crime scenes

Long gone are the days when crash and crime scenes were sketched by hand or documented solely with photographs.A new piece of high-tech equipment is changing th

kutv.com/news/local/new-technology-changing-how-investigators-capture-aftermath-of-crashes-crime-scenes

People & Leadership

John Patterson sworn in as new Madison Police Chief

MADISON (WKOW) -- John Patterson was sworn in as the new Madison police chief Wednesday, ushering in a new era for the department.

www.wkow.com/news/john-patterson-sworn-in-as-new-madison-police-chief/article_bb4197b0-ec96-41cd-bdeb-de23e0f0f5c5.html

Robinson Police Department names new Police Chief

Larry Adams has been named Chief of the Robinson Police Department, having served as Assistant Chief since January 2024.

www.kcentv.com/video/news/local/robinson-police-department-names-new-police-chief/500-fa51eaa1-8d23-40cd-b059-95a05b3a2063

La Plata Detective Earns IACP Under-40 Nod

Detective Sgt. David Roys of La Plata Police receives IACP 40 Under 40 award in Denver for leadership; details on his career, trainings and community impact in Charles County.

southernmarylandchronicle.com/2025/10/22/la-plata-detective-earns-iacp-under-40-nod

Strategic Initiatives & Funding

How to persuade your community to vote for public safety funding

Don’t assume residents know what your agency does; spell it out and explain how additional funding would positively impact community members

www.ems1.com/legislation-funding/how-to-persuade-your-community-to-vote-for-public-safety-funding

Brooklyn Park Breaks Ground on New Central Fire Station

Brooklyn Park city leaders, alongside the fire department and project managers, broke ground on a new central fire station Monday afternoon.

ccxmedia.org/news/brooklyn-park-breaks-ground-on-new-central-fire-station

San Antonio International Airport opens new public safety building

San Antonio International Airport held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday to mark the official opening of its new public safety building, marking a key milestone in the airport’s $2.5 billion expansion and capital improvement plan.

www.ksat.com/news/local/2025/10/23/san-antonio-international-airport-opens-new-public-safety-building

Tech Updates & Other News

Oakland Police Department selects Mark43 to modernize public safety technology

“This systems upgrade represents a real step forward in our broader effort to modernize our IT infrastructure and systems,” said George Binda, Head of IT Enterprise Infrastructure for the City of Oakland

www.police1.com/police-products/police-technology/police-software/oakland-police-department-selects-mark43-to-modernize-public-safety-technology

Iris ID offers iris and face recognition biometric camera

Iris ID has announced the release of iCAM TD200, a handheld biometric camera designed to capture dual iris and face images quickly.

securityjournalamericas.com/iris-id-iris-face-biometric-camera