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Alina Burroughs - Crime Scene Investigator Talks True Crime

09 Oct 2025

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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Crime Scene Investigator and host of Crime Scene Confidential Alina Burroughs. In her crime scene career, Alina worked thousands of cases, including several high-profile violent crimes, and is trained in blood stain pattern analysis, bullet trajectory, recovery of buried bodies and documentation of skeletal remains.   In this episode Alina shares her unique insights into the world of true crime and forensic science. She discusses the vital role of empathy in her work, the emotional toll of investigating crime scenes, and the importance of mental health for those in the field. Alina reflects on memorable cases, the evolution of forensic technology, and the ethical considerations surrounding true crime media.    Links Alina's Website  My new thriller How It Falls Apart out now ๐Ÿงจ Dark Finds Podcast IG ๐Ÿ‘€  Patreon ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ Dark Finds IG ๐Ÿ’€ Dark Finds YouTube Channel ๐ŸŽฌ  Dark Finds Book ๐Ÿ“–    Takeaways Alina Burroughs emphasizes the importance of empathy in crime scene investigation.The emotional toll of working in crime scenes can be significant for investigators.Crime scene investigators often deal with a variety of cases beyond just murder.The Pulse nightclub shooting had a profound impact on Alina Burroughs.Mental health is crucial for those working in high-stress environments like crime scenes.True crime media often sensationalizes the criminal rather than focusing on the victims.Forensic technology has evolved rapidly, improving the accuracy of investigations.The importance of understanding the human element in crime and its impact on society.Alina Burroughs aims to educate the public about crime and justice through her work.The future of forensic science will continue to evolve with advancements in technology. Keywords true crime, crime scene investigation, empathy, forensic science, mental health, Alina Burroughs, crime, justice, technology, emotional impact  

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