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Native America Calling: Native forensics: the science of justice
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Native forensics: the science of justice
The forensic field uses science to help gather evidence for criminal cases and some archeological investigations.
Crimes involving Native people and renewed scrutiny of past boarding school practices highlight the importance for Native forensic professionals.
Today on Native America Calling, Shawn Spruce hears from Native forensic experts about what the profession entails and how they work to solve difficult cases.
Guests on Native America Calling
Dr. Kona Williams (Cree and Mohawk), forensic pathologist and coroner
Ramona Emerson (Diné), writer, filmmaker, retired forensic photographer, and author of the novel Shutter
Harvey Pratt (Cheyenne and Arapaho), veteran and forensic artist
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