(Credit: Buckingham Township Police)
On Sunday, Detective James Crusemire Jr. and Sgt. Rick Hazelett from the Buckingham Township Police Department had the exciting opportunity to share their forensic expertise with the young members of Cub Scouts Pack 169, based out of Cold Spring Elementary in Doylestown.
The officers led an interactive session on crime scene investigation, providing the Scouts with hands-on experiences in various investigative techniques.
During the session, the Cub Scouts learned the importance of protective gear and evidence processing tools. The officers presented a mock scenario in which a burglary had occurred at the township building the night before.
(Credit: Buckingham Township Police)
(Credit: Buckingham Township Police)Under the guidance of Crusemire and Hazelett, the Scouts dusted for fingerprints, made molds of footprints, and practiced securing a crime scene.
The Scouts worked as a team, photographing the scene, recovering and processing evidence. Based on their findings, they successfully developed a lead and identified the suspect.
The excitement reached its peak when the scouts observed Crusemire flying one of the department’s newly-acquired drones through the building.
Room by room, they tracked down the suspect — a cardboard cutout, adding a lighthearted twist to the day’s events.
(Credit: Buckingham Township Police)
(Credit: Buckingham Township Police)The interactive workshop not only provided the Scouts with a unique glimpse into the world of forensic investigation, but also helped foster teamwork, problem-solving, and an appreciation for public safety, police said in a news release.
Pack 169 was established in 1995 with about 15 boys in first through fifth grade, according to its website.
Since then, the pack has grown to about 50 Cub Scouts each year. Its focus is to provide a safe and fun atmosphere while teaching children about Scouting.
