ABSTRACT
If the circumstances surrounding death indicate the possibility of homicide, then the body and immediate surrounding area become crucial in estimating
time of death
. Time is one of the most important factors of consideration in a murder case. It may very well convict a murderer, break an alibi, or eliminate a suspect. Estimating the time of death, especially in cases where there are no witnesses, is critical to the investigation. A good homicide detective is going to want to know the time of death in order to establish a foundation for further inquiry.
