Kryminalistyczne aspekty dochodzenia w miejscu zbrodni z wykorzystaniem środków CBRN
Forensic aspects of crime scene investigation using CBRN agents

Summary/Abstract: The number of crimes and acts of terror committed with the use of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) agents is steadily increasing. Investigative activities, including examination of the scene of an incident, is an increasingly serious challenge and many countries need to optimize their procedures. An important role for law enforcement agencies is to effectively identify the CBRN measures used and collect evidence. Theon-scene investigation procedure must therefore meet high standards in terms of ensuring safety of the investigative teams, as well as gathering and preservation of evidence. Sucha process requires participation of not only competent and qualified experts, but also using the latest technical solutions. In Poland, conducting forensic activities at the scene of an incident, where CBRN means were used, is based – on the one hand – on classical methods and techniques of forensics, and – on the other hand – on applying special devices designed for these works. Undoubtedly, they provide a valuable solution and enable faster and more accurate performance of specific tests. The present work offers a literature review, discussing the most important issues related to conducting activities at the site of an incident, involving chemical, radiological and biological agents. The author describes the basic attributes of a CBRN incident site, outlines investigative procedures, and discusses some of the methods of conduct that enable the use of new technologies. The work is divided into four parts: the first discusses the most important aspects of investigating the scene of an incident, the second – activities carried out at the site of use of CBRN agents, the third – modern methods of investigating the sites of incidents using these agents, and the fourth provides a summary.

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