Nationwide Crime Scene Cleanup Association ~ As most may already know by now O.J. Simpson passed away on April 10th, 2024 marking the end of a tumultuous chapter in American legal history. The trial of the century, as it came to be known, captivated the nation’s attention in the mid-1990s, highlighting issues of race, fame, and the criminal justice system. Simpson’s acquittal for the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman sparked debate and controversy that reverberated for years to come. In this article we will reexamine the case, its impact, and the events that surrounded it, sheddi ..read more

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Nationwide Crime Scene Cleanup Association ~ Biohazard cleaning is a critical aspect of maintaining safety and hygiene in various environments, yet its necessity is often overlooked until a situation arises. Whether it’s a crime scene, an accident, or a contamination event, knowing when biohazard cleaning is required is essential for ensuring the health and well-being of individuals and the community at large. In this blog post, we delve into the various scenarios that necessitate biohazard cleaning, shedding light on the importance of prompt and thorough intervention in these sensitive situat ..read more

Nationwide Crime Scene Cleanup Association ~ It was December 19th, 1985 in Ethel, Washington when Minnie Maurin planned on hosting a ladies church luncheon at her home. Minnie along with her husband Ed Maurin ran a Christmas Tree farm and were very well known members of Ethel’s community. When the guests arrived for the luncheon there was no one home to answer the door. Ed and Minnie always left their door open so the fact that their door was locked was very out of the ordinary. This is when they started making phone calls around town to see if anyone had any idea where the couple was. Eventua ..read more

Nationwide Crime Scene Cleanup Association ~ As a follow-up to our previous article on weapons used in crime, this article will cover the most common weapons used in crimes during 2022 based on the latest FBI Crime Report. This report was released on October 16th, 2023, and shows a wide range of crime statistics for 2022. This report is also a part of the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program which was established in 1929 to collect and publish reliable crime statistics for the United States. So what are the 5 most common weapons used in crimes? Keep reading to find out! Weapon Involvement In ..read more

Nationwide Crime Scene Cleanup Association ~ It was 9:00am Monday, November 3rd, 2008 when police in Redmond, Washington were contacted. The caller had informed them about a dead body found in an apartment just north of Marymoor Park. This was alarming since Redmond, Washington has a very low crime rate compared to other cities and rarely do the police encounter violent homicides. Up until that point there was only one other murder that had taken place in Redmond in 2008. Once the police arrived at the scene they noticed two things; one that the door frame was broken indicating the apartment w ..read more

Nationwide Crime Scene Cleanup Association ~ Sitting an hour north of San Franciso, the quaint suburban neighborhood on Dorset St in Napa, CA bore virtually no issues with violent crime in 2004. That’s why the entire neighborhood was shaken when, on Halloween in 2004, a beauty queen and her roommate were stabbed to death in their suburban home.  Napa Valley appeared to be the quintessential American dream. With its temperate climate, miles of wineries, beautiful palm trees, mountains, and setting sunsets, it was the preferred spot for wine connoisseurs, tourists, and honeymooners from aro ..read more

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Nationwide Crime Scene Cleanup Association ~ On the evening of the 13th of November 1974, the lifeless body of Karen Gay Silkwood was found inside her Honda Civic in what seemed like a lone-car crash on State Highway 74. Was it really a crash, or was there more to the story? That’s where the mystery lies to date, more than 40 years later. So, what happened to her that makes her case so strange? Was there more to the story than what was officially ruled as an accident? A young Karen Silkwood (Courtesy of the Texas Historical Society)   Karen’s early life Karen Gay Silkwood was born on th ..read more

Nationwide Crime Scene Cleanup Association ~ Over the decade following the September 11th attacks, the Federal Bureau of Investigation underwent a significant expansion in response to the growing fear of terrorism and cyberattacks. Many emergency units emerged that have been kept almost exclusively confidential. Perhaps due to their exclusivity or elusiveness, these crime units emerged as some of the most fascinating. While there are many units, the top 5 most interesting emergency crime units that you likely haven’t heard before are as follows: Critical National Asset Unit Digital Evidence E ..read more