From sketch plans to 3D scans: How could new tech change the way Singapore police solved a murder case?

Singapore police are evaluating how modern forensic technology, such as 3D scanners and drones, could have improved the investigation of a decade-old murder case. Officials compared traditional sketching methods with current digital reconstruction capabilities.
Why it matters
The integration of advanced technology in forensic science significantly enhances the accuracy and efficiency of criminal investigations.
Ten years ago, police used sketches and photographs to reconstruct the crime scene in the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal murder. But how could 3D scanners and drones have changed the way police solved the case?
The article provides a technical comparison of investigative methods without political or social bias.
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