Forensic Doctor 2003: I Became a Legend on the Front Lines of Criminal Investigation

Soon, all those involved in the case responded quickly and took active action.

No one slacked off, and no one delayed.

Originally, everyone thought this was just a routine investigation of unsolved murder cases, no different from countless other case reviews.

But as the meeting progressed, everyone was shocked—

The final result far exceeded the initial predictions.

On the path of combating crime and maintaining social stability, public security organs have always adhered to a firm and resolute approach, never showing any leniency.

No hidden danger will be overlooked, and no one who slips through the net will be tolerated.

It's important to know that this case occurred in 2003.

That was a completely different era from today.

Criminal investigation methods are quite limited.

There was no high-definition video surveillance system that is now ubiquitous on the streets.

There is also no mobile phone positioning technology with accuracy down to the meter level.

The detectives can only rely on the most traditional and basic "three-pronged approach":

Breakthroughs were achieved through on-site investigation, interviews, and interrogation.

These three methods constituted the core pillars of case investigation in that era.

The analytical approaches and judgments that Jiang Cheng presented at the meeting just now precisely hit the key to solving the case that was most needed and most urgent in that era.

It is no exaggeration to say that—

If we put his ideas 20 years from now, probably no criminal investigator would be willing to spend the time to think about them.

Because 20 years from now, these kinds of questions will have long lost their relevance for discussion, and technological means can easily cover them up.

As a local public security bureau once said:

If you commit a crime in their jurisdiction, the best option is not to run away or resist, but to turn yourself in.

Because the moment you stepped out of the crime scene, all the surveillance cameras had already captured you from every angle.

Even your entire movement trajectory, the time you stay, and the people you come into contact with can be perfectly presented through technological means.

That's why, in that era of limited technology and resources, the path to solving cases required talents like Jiang Cheng.

He wasn't just analyzing a case; he was piecing together a picture that was close to the truth using limited clues.

As he walked out of the venue, Li Jian quickly walked up to him, patted him on the shoulder, and spoke with great admiration:

"Comrade Jiang Chen, you did a fantastic job today."

"Your analytical approach has overturned the traditional understanding of all of us veteran criminal investigators."

"From the on-site investigation to the case analysis, and now to today's assessment, every step of this case has been in line with our basic judgment."

"I am now full of confidence that we will be able to solve the case in the end."

Jiang Cheng smiled and waved his hand:

"Captain Li, you flatter me."

What I've said today are just my initial thoughts.

Whether or not results can be obtained still requires further verification and investigation.

"Solving cases isn't just about reasoning; ultimately, it's about evidence."

Li Jian nodded, his attitude firm:

"It's alright. Your idea is already considered very advanced here."

"No one has ever come up with this idea in similar cases before."

"Given the current conditions of our criminal investigation team, your approach is the most authoritative and feasible direction."

After saying that, Li Jian patted him on the shoulder again, turned around and left the venue.

Next, he will lead the core members of the criminal investigation team to the scene of the crime.

Visit the surrounding neighbors.

Find out about the deceased woman's family and friends in her hometown.

The system compiled a list of men who had close contact with the deceased woman during her childhood.

This case spans a considerable period of time, covering several years.

Fortunately, the task force has reopened the investigation five times in total.

It can be said that the task force had already compiled a relatively accurate and complete understanding of the female victim's personal network of intimate relationships in the early stages.

This work is simply a further deepening of the previous work.

The focus is on the emotional experiences of the female victim during her upbringing.

We need to rediscover those clues that were previously overlooked or not thoroughly investigated, and verify them one by one.

The investigation results came out very quickly.

At 10 p.m., the criminal investigation team's office was once again packed with people.

However, this time was completely different from the morning.

The morning meeting was convened on short notice, and many people came as ordered.

This time, almost everyone came voluntarily, without prior arrangement.

the reason is simple--

This case has been pending in Jiangcheng for a long time.

For many people, this is a lingering unease in their hearts.

For many people in the criminal investigation profession, they may not care about how much money they earn or what promotion they receive.

But every real detective always cares about how many cases they have solved.

Especially those unresolved cases.

They will always, unexpectedly, surface in the minds of everyone involved in the case investigation.

I think of it while eating.

I dream about it when I sleep.

Even when handling other cases, one can't help but compare and make connections.

This case is the same.

10 p.m. sharp.

The venue was filled with smoke.

The air was thick with the smell of tobacco and a tense atmosphere.

Everyone eagerly awaited the official start of the case analysis.

Li Jian looked around the entire venue and found that compared to this morning, there were not only no fewer people, but actually a few more.

These newly added faces are precisely the key personnel who have participated in the investigation of previous cases.

Some of them have been transferred to other positions, and some have even semi-retired to the second line.

But tonight, they all made the effort to come back.

Li Jian smiled, his tone tinged with a hint of emotion:

"Our criminal investigation team has always emphasized the importance of attending meetings on time."

"I didn't expect that everyone would come voluntarily this time, and that so many of them would come."

"It seems that everyone is eagerly anticipating the outcome of this case."

"Alright, let's begin now."

"Each group should report on their findings from today's field visits and investigations."

"Tomorrow morning, based on today's assessment, we will begin the arrest and interrogation of key individuals involved in the case."

After speaking, he looked around, his expression solemn, and said in a deep voice:

"Now, groups one, two, and three will begin reporting on their respective investigations and visits."