BALLISTIC EVIDENCE

Article and photos by Lucas Visser from WESCO
The value of forensic science is time and again proven by the fact that criminals cannot escape justice, as the Ndlovu rhino poaching gang discovered…

Wesco News Letter February 2025

In this Edition:
*Shout out from our CEO Jannie Van Der Westhuizen.
*Why should I be interested in forensics?
*What’s New? Revolutionizing Animal Identification with Biometrics and Cell Phone Technology!

Unraveling Mysteries, One Clue at a Time

In the gripping world of forensic investigation, where truth hides in the shadows and mysteries lurk beneath the surface, one name shines brightly: Wesco Forensics.

Crime Scene Management

Crime scene management begins the moment an incident occurs. The public and first responders play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of the scene. While advanced forensic technology can analyze evidence in remarkable detail, the value of such analysis is quickly lost if the crime scene is not properly preserved from the outset. Even the slightest disturbance to evidence—whether visible or microscopic—can compromise its use in court.

The Silent Witness: Unlocking Hidden Clues in Forensic Science

In the world of forensic science, even the smallest trace of evidence can speak volumes. Silent Witness explores how cutting-edge forensic techniques unlock hidden clues that often go unnoticed, providing a voice for the voiceless in high-profile criminal investigations.

Wesco Servamus September 2024

When Moegamat Yusuf Isaacs from Ottery in Cape Town kidnapped and murdered his neighbour’s granddaughter, eight-year-old Sasha-Leigh Crook, who was visiting her grandparents for the holidays in July 2003, he did not realise that tyre tracks would link him to her murder.

Wesco Servamus May 2024

Recording a crime scene is a skill that
involves creating a precise replica of the
crime scene, for the benefit of the court or
aiding in an investigation. This process is
crucial for solving a case and the successful
conviction of offenders. Accuracy is paramount, as the effectiveness of an investigation hinges on the thorough and meticulous processing of the crime scene.

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) v d Westhuizen, Director, CEO & Founder
  • David Lekota, Director & Chairman
  • Tionette v d Westhuizen, Director of Management Services
  • Lucas Visser, Operational Head & Forensic Specialist
  • Frans van der Merwe, Head of Forensic Training & Forensic Specialist
  • Lettie Stander, Head of Communications
  • Nadia v d Westhuizen, Representative Western Cape
  • Lee Friend-Blignaut, Marketing & Branding
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