What This Document Is
This is a student assignment completed for CJ210-02: Criminal Investigation at Purdue University Global, focusing on the JonBenét Ramsey case. Specifically, it’s an analysis of the evidence presented in the case, authored by Alexis Smith for Professor Daniel Bilodeau and submitted on December 16, 2021.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is intended for students enrolled in the Criminal Investigation course. It serves as a demonstration of applying investigative principles to a high-profile, unsolved case. It’s likely used as a graded component to assess understanding of evidence analysis and crime scene evaluation.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document represents one student’s interpretation of the evidence. It is not an official investigation report or a comprehensive legal analysis. It offers a focused perspective and may not cover all aspects of the case.
What This Document Provides
The assignment examines four key pieces of evidence: the ransom note, the garrot, the broken basement window, and a flashlight. It includes discussion of linguistic analysis of the ransom note, consideration of the window’s condition, and critique of initial crime scene handling. This preview does *not* include the full analysis, supporting research beyond what is cited, or the complete timeline of events. It also does not include the conclusion of the student’s investigation.