Forensic archaeology is the application of archaeological methods and principles to legal investigations, particularly in respect of the identification and interpretation of buried or concealed evidence, such as human remains or items linked to criminal activity. Forensic archaeologists use a range of specialised skills, including excavation techniques, stratigraphic analysis, and surveying, to recognise and interpret changes and disturbances to the ground and built structures, and to optimise all forensic opportunities.
Working under the instruction of investigators, criminal lawyers, civil litigants and private individuals, experts at our sister company, Cellmark Forensic Services, routinely assist with:
In addition to scene examination and interpretation, Cellmark’s Forensic Archaeology specialists also offer advanced incident scene reconstruction services, including line of site, viewshed analysis and historical landscape reconstruction using 2D mapping and photo-realistic 3D modelling. These techniques provide visualisations of complex scenes (e.g. crime scenes, body deposition sites, industrial incidents, fire scenes, explosions), helping interested parties to:
👉 For more information on these services and examples of situations where Cellmark’s Forensic Archaeologists might be able to assist you, see ‘Forensic Archaeology: From the ground up’.
If you need assistance with a forensic archaeology matter contact Alastair Vannan or Alison Brough on 01235 528609 by asking for Specialist Forensic Services, or email/call Keith Borer Consultants and we’ll make the introduction. Email the team using specialistforensicservices@cellmark.co.uk.
