Footwear & Tire Analysis

Objects or materials that have retained characteristics of others through contact

Examples Quality of impressions

varies

Impressions

2-D Methods◦ Photography◦ Powder◦ Tape◦ Electrostatic

3-D Methods◦ Casting◦ Some photography

Collection Methods

Situations where they may be found

Features to analyze◦ Tread Pattern◦Width/Depth◦Wear and Tear

Tire Track Evidence

Features to Analyze:◦ Type of Shoe◦Wear Patterns◦Defects◦ Tread Depth and Size◦Other Trace Materials

Shoe Print Evidence