Scientific Services News

The story provided a valuable opportunity to showcase the expertise, professionalism, and dedication of the forensic professionals who support investigations and public safety across our state. The segment also recognized the strong role women continue to play in the field, noting that approximately 66% of our laboratory staff are women, working across specialized disciplines such as Forensic Biology/DNA, firearms, and toxicology analysis.

Law enforcement agencies across Connecticut now have access to a powerful new tool designed to significantly reduce the time it takes to solve crimes: a mobile forensics unit equipped with cutting-edge technology.

A new mobile forensic lab coming to Connecticut is bringing advanced technology to local police departments, providing law enforcement with rapid processing of evidence.

A new mobile forensic lab coming to Connecticut is bringing advanced technology to local police departments, providing law enforcement with rapid processing of evidence.

Connecticut's Forensic Lab is located in Meriden, and teaches students different career paths in forensics.

This event highlighted the continued innovation and collaboration of the Division of Scientific Services (DSS) and the important role forensic science plays in supporting public safety across Connecticut. The mobile lab is equipped with advanced tools, including a NIBIN kiosk, Rapid DNA, and GrayKey technology, allowing us to provide timely investigative support to our law enforcement partners.

This event featured remarks from Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Mayor Bobby Sanchez, DESPP Commissioner Ronnell Higgins, New Britain Police Chief Matthew Marion and Deputy Director Lucinda Lopes-Phelan.

"We are seeing multiple drugs used together, combined with alcohol," said Dr. Jessica Gleba, Director of Forensic Laboratory Operations with DESPP's Division of Scientific Services.

Connecticut officials are warning drivers not to get behind the wheel after drinking or using drugs this holiday season.

Scientists with the Connecticut Forensic Lab in Meriden worked around the clock during last week’s investigation after Rhode Island officials asked for their help.

The state forensics lab has opened its doors to the public as part of National Forensic Science Week.

Every day, more than 100 people are working at our state forensics lab to solve crimes. However, a lot of that work happens behind closed doors. This week, the team is peeling back the curtain for National Forensic Science Week.

Every day, more than 100 people are working at our state forensics lab to solve crimes. However, a lot of that work happens behind closed doors. This week, the team is peeling back the curtain for National Forensic Science Week.

The Connecticut Crime Lab has earned a perfect accreditation score for the third consecutive year.

Located within the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection’s Division of Scientific Services, the lab has become a “gold standard” for the entire country, according to Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha.

New technology at the state’s forensics lab is revealing the most dangerous drugs in our communities and unmasking what street drug scientists think could become the next fentanyl.

The worlds of science and police work came together in Connecticut and investigators say it helped solve a 20-year old cold case in Windsor Locks.

On day 4 of the Jose Morales trial, the jury heard from DNA experts as the state continues to make the connection between Morales and his girlfriend at the time, Christine Holloway.

The new technology is called GrayKey and it allows Investigators to get into an alleged criminal’s phone no matter what secret passcode they have used or if the phone is even locked.

Connecticut police and the Forensic Lan are using the NIBIN database to solve gun crimes.  The technology is being hailed as a critical tool to help police departments state-wide solve crimes faster and prevent gun violence.