Serial Killers and the Media
Maureen McCollom
Kaplan University

Deviance and Violence
Professor Major
March 26, 2013
Abstract
Serial murders are not just part of the United States they also happen globally. There are many investigative tools that are used when working a serial murder case and we will discuss some of those. We will also discuss the problems with the media when it comes to serial murders. We will also talk about how the criticism of the public and media can affect serial murder cases. The crime of serial murder is not just one that in the United States it is a problem that happens globally. In the US we have the help of the Behavioral Analysis Unit as well as the FBI when working a case in any
They will also need to keep a rapport as they are keeping up with their own task that they have. ❖ Resource Augmentation: During the investigation it is often better to use fewer personnel but in some cases more personnel is needed in order to work it. The head investigator is in charge of running the whole investigation and administration is in charge of giving them the resources they need in order to run a proper one. ❖ Communication: Is a key role in the investigation. Daily briefing’s should be done to keep everyone up to date on events and new evidence. When serial cases involve multiple states communication is paramount to the investigation. These should be held on a face to face basis and not by phone conference so all information is correct and noted properly. Submitting all homicide and missing people reports to the ViCAP system is a must so that if there are any new cases out there they can be linked in the system. ❖ Data Management: The FBI rapid start system is a good system to use to give real time information in cases that are being worked. In order to solve the case quickly everyone involved in the case should be up to date on all evidence and happenings in the case. ❖ Analytical Tools: A time line that is done to keep information on the investigation of events that have happened. The crime analysts work closely with the lead investigator