The History of Forensic Science - A Talk by John Yearnshire

By The Word, National Centre for the Written Word

Find out about the history of forensic science dating from the early period of discovery.

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Hebburn Central Library

Glen Street Hebburn NE31 1AB United Kingdom

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1 hour
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**Please note - this event takes place at Hebburn Central**

Find out about the history of forensic science dating from the early period of discovery.

The session will explore three nationally important criminal cases demonstrating how fingerprinting and the collection of Trace Evidence (fibres and fragments) brought about the detection of each.

Fingerprinting - Great Train Robbery
Trace Evidence - The Soham Murders
DNA evidence - A6 Murder James Hanratty

This event is free but booking is required due to limited space.

This event is part of our WRITE Festival which takes place throughout the whole of September. Enjoy a programme of unmissable events, workshops and performances!

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The Word, National Centre for the Written Word

The Word is a tate-of-the-art cultural venue in South Tyneside, brimming with exciting new experiences, activities and facilities for people of all ages to engage and enjoy.