CSI Told You Lies

Dive into the captivating narrative of 'CSI Told You Lies,' a groundbreaking exploration of the world of forensic science in Australia. This riveting trade paperback takes you inside the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM), a premier facility located in Melbourne that has earned global recognition for its pivotal role in major crime and disaster investigations. Written by Meshel Laurie, the book delves into the intense realities faced by forensic scientists and law enforcement during critical events, from the devastating 2004 Boxing Day tsunami to the harrowing Black Saturday bushfires in 2009 and the tragic shooting down of flight MH17 in 2014.

With 320 pages of compelling stories, you’ll learn about the forensic experts who dissect evidence in high-profile homicide cases, including the dark narratives surrounding the Frankston Serial Killer and the heartbreaking incidents involving Eurydice Dixon and Aya Maasarwe. This insider's perspective not only showcases the skills of forensic scientists but also highlights the emotional toll faced by detectives, defense lawyers, and victims' families as they navigate through their darkest times.

'CSI Told You Lies' is essential reading for true crime enthusiasts and anyone fascinated by the intersection of science and justice. The meticulous detail and personal accounts will leave you questioning every crime headline as you ponder the expertise of the forensic pathologists behind the scenes. Discover the truth through the lens of those who live it every day.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760898007
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 320


Description:
CSI Told You Lies is a gripping account of the work of the forensic scientists on the frontline of Australia's major crime and disaster investigations. They are part of the team at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM), a state-of-the-art facility in Melbourne. VIFM is a world-renowned centre of forensic science, and its team members have led major recovery operations over the years, from the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami to the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires to the shooting down of flight MH17 over Ukraine in 2014. VIFM forensics experts have also played pivotal roles in some of Australia's highest-profile homicide cases, including the Frankston Serial Killer, the murders of Eurydice Dixon and Aya Maasarwe, and the arrest of convicted serial killer Peter Dupas.

Join Meshel Laurie as she goes 'behind the curtain' at VIFM, interviewing the Institute's talented roster of forensic experts about their daily work. Her subjects also include others touched by Australia's major crime and disaster investigations, including homicide detectives, defence barristers and families of victims as they confront their darkest moments.

After reading CSI Told You Lies you'll never read another homicide headline without wondering about the forensic pathologist who happened to be on call, the evidence they found and the truth they uncovered.