At the scene of a factory fire that is a suspected arson, Jake arrives on scene and begins collecting evidence. In addition to ashes and soot, what else might he be looking for?

Question

At the scene of a factory fire that is a suspected arson, Jake arrives on scene and begins collecting evidence. In addition to ashes and soot, what else might he be looking for?

A.
DNA samples
B.
a container that may have held water
C.
computer equipment that may contain the arson’s plan
D.
a container that may have held a flammable liquid

Answer 1

D. A container that may have held a flammable liquid. This could provide evidence of an accelerant used to start the fire. Jake may also be looking for any unusual or suspicious items or debris around the site of the fire that could help identify the cause and possible perpetrator(s).