First criminals could easily get away with murder. Then a killer was caught out by a bloody thumbprint. Now even microscopic clues can be used to collar crooks. This crafty guide gives you the low-down on how the experts crack crime. Sneak a peek inside and you'll uncover the correct way to dust for dabs, how to work out if someone's disguising their handwriting, and why a dead body can reveal crucial clues. Keep your eyes peeled and you'll discover how DNA solved the mystery of a missing princess, why maggots can help to convict a criminal, and which murderer sealed his fate by polishing his shoes. Plus: Try your hand at a spot of DIY detection. Have you got what it takes to crack a case?
| Author | Rachel Wright | 
| Publisher | Scholastic | 
| Year of publication | 2003 | 
| Number of pages | 128 | 
| Language | English | 
| Format | Paperback | 
| ISBN-10 | 439981859 | 
| ISBN-13 | 9780439981859 | 
| Illustrator | Royston Robertson | 
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