Wesco Forensic Newsletters & Articles
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Stay updated on the latest developments in forensic science and Wesco Forensics, including new offerings and opportunities for support.
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Explore the latest in forensic science and investigation services with our October 2024 newsletter. Dive into expert insights, radio talks...
Read the latest news from the Wesco team as we close the year of 2024. It's been a wonderful year...
Email Us Call Us X Wesco Magazine April 2024 At Wesco Forensic Services, we are dedicated to providing expert forensic...
Delve into the groundbreaking work of Frans van der Merwe in forensic science. Our article highlights his significant contributions to...
Meet Lucas Visser, a figure of enigmatic allure and formidable intellect within the realm of forensic science...
The concept of polygonal rifling
isn't new. It was first proposed in 1853 by Sir Joseph Whitworth, a brilliant British engineer...
Unlock the secrets of non-verbal communication with our comprehensive guide to body language. This article delves into the nuances of...
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The information provided in this article is intended for general informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and...
In criminal investigations, the ability to detect lies through verbal cues is a powerful tool for uncovering the truth. This...
In Part Two of our exploration into verbal lie detection, we delve deeper into the cognitive and linguistic signals that...
Unlock the secrets of effective fingerprinting with our comprehensive guide to forensic analysis. This article delves into advanced techniques for...
Part One of our series on terminal ballistics explores the critical role this field plays in forensic analysis. Discover key...
Delve into advanced insights on terminal ballistics with our comprehensive guide. This article explores the dynamics of bullet behavior and...
Discover the real-world applications of terminal ballistics in forensic science. This article covers practical case studies and how terminal ballistics...
In the world of forensic science, even the smallest trace of evidence can speak volumes. Silent Witness explores how cutting-edge...
Discover expert techniques for mastering crime scene management, ensuring proper evidence handling and accurate investigation outcomes. Learn the crucial steps...
- Wesco's Servamus Articles
Explore Wesco’s latest insights on safety and security in Servamus.
In the intricate world of criminal justice, a crime is decribed as behaviour punishable as a public offense...
A professional approach towards crime scenes is crucial due to the unique natuire of each incident. While it is impossible...
Upon the arrival of the SAPS at a crime
scene, the first responder, whether a neighbourhood watch member, private security
officer or...
Email Us Call Us X Wesco’s Servamus Article April 2024 At Wesco Forensic Services, we are dedicated to providing expert...
Recording a crime scene is a skill that
involves creating a precise replica of the
crime scene, for the benefit of the...
Crime scene examiners use sophisticated
methods to retrieve physical evidence from
crime scenes. This includes using various
forensic light sources operating at different
frequencies...
To prove a person's guilt, a prosecutor needs to demonstrate that the evidence introduced in court is directly linked to...
When a perpetrator tries to hide evidence of a crime, it is commonly referred to as "covering their tracks" such...
When Moegamat Yusuf Isaacs from Ottery in Cape Town kidnapped and murdered his neighbour's granddaughter, eight-year-old Sasha-Leigh Crook, who was...
Fingerprints are a highly reliable method of identifying people. They are used in the
process of obtaining identity documents and
passports; providing...
DNA and fingerprints are unique to each individual, much like a signature that cannot be faked. DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid...
In the 2004 case of Leigh Matthews, the discovery of a small black spider on her body served as silent...
At Wesco Forensic Services, we are dedicated to providing expert forensic solutions to support the criminal justice system. With over 100 years of combined experience, our team specializes in various forensic disciplines, including firearm analysis, tool mark comparisons, DNA profiling, bloodstain pattern analysis, fingerprinting, and digital forensics
The Team
- Jannie (Wes) van der Westhuizen – Founder, CEO & Forensic Science Consultant
- David Lekota–Chairman
- Lucas Visser – Operational Director & Forensic Science Consultant
- Frans van der Merwe – Training Director & Forensic Science Consultant
- Tionette van der Westhuizen – Director Management Services
- Lettie Stander – Director Public Relations
- Adv Anton Wiid–Director Risk & Compliance
- Sarel Botha – Private Investigator, Consultant, Accessor and Risk Analyst