Key Challenges in Criminal Investigation

Description

The book provides a comprehensive overview and critical analysis of current and future challenges in criminal investigation carried out by the police in the UK. It is the first work to link investigative current influences on policing and the evidence-based agenda and considers the competing agendas of professionalisation and austerity. The book traces the development of the detective, and discusses their training and education. Investigative decision-making is also analysed, together with the legal framework within which modern detectives work and how much of this they should understand. This important textbook is suitable for policing and criminal justice programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level by providing a comprehensive analysis of the research-based evidence.

Dr Martin O'Neill is a Senior Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University. Formerly a police officer, he spent much of this time as both a detective and detective trainer. He specialised in all elements of homicide investigations, including corporate manslaughter, and was also involved in cold case investigations. His research interests include detective training, homicide, rape and domestic abuse investigations, decision making and managing sexual offenders.

"Investigation is no longer restricted to police officers. This book transcends police investigation linking practice to theory. I would recommend to all who have an investigative duty" Iain Stainton, University of Cumbria "Drawing on a wealth of existing research and personal experience, Dr O'Neill provides a valuable insight into the workings and challenges of contemporary investigative practice. A must-read for police investigators and students of policing." Matthew Bacon, University of Sheffield