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FBI and ATF Explosive Device Reconstruction Units

FBI - Explosive Device Analysis Center (EDAC)

ATF - National Center for Explosives Training and Research (NCETR)

References:

An Overview of Specialized Units Rebuilding Explosive Devices from Crime Scenes

  • FBI Official Website: https://www.fbi.gov
  • https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/tedac-marks-10-year-anniversary
  • Official Website: https://www.atf.gov

History of the Units

Important Cases

- FBI - EDAC: Established in 2004 as part of the FBI's ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and violent crime. Developed expertise in bomb analysis and reconstruction.

- ATF - NCETR: Created to centralize and enhance explosive training and research. EEOs have decades of experience in handling explosive devices and training others.

Functions of the FBI - Explosive Device Analysis Center (EDAC)

Functions of the ATF - National Center for Explosives Training and Research (NCETR)

- Home to Explosives Enforcement Officers (EEOs)

- Specializes in reconstructing explosive devices and analyzing bomb scenes

- Provides training and support to law enforcement agencies

- Gathers intelligence to prevent future attacks

- Shares findings with federal, state, local, and international partners

- FBI - Boston Marathon Bombing (2013): Reconstructed pressure cooker bombs used in the attack, leading to the identification and apprehension of the Tsarnaev brothers.

- ATF - Oklahoma City Bombing (1995): Played a crucial role in analyzing the truck bomb used by Timothy McVeigh, leading to his capture and conviction.

- FBI - 1993 World Trade Center Bombing: Analyzed the truck bomb used in the attack, providing critical evidence for the prosecution of the perpetrators.

- ATF - Unabomber Case: Investigated and reconstructed devices sent by Ted Kaczynski, aiding in his arrest and conviction.

- Part of the FBI Laboratory Division

- Specializes in analyzing and reconstructing explosive devices

- Collects and preserves evidence from crime scenes

- Reconstructs devices to understand design, construction, and functionality

- Conducts forensic analysis to identify materials and methods used

- Provides detailed reports and expert testimony in court

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