Forensic Investigation
You are part of a forensics investigation team. Your team is investigating a recent crime scene
involving a drug cartel known as the Baked Bakers. According to the on site investigators and
previous investigations the following is known:
The cartel known as the Baked Bakers (or B&B for short) uses baked goods such as cakes and
other pastries to transport narcotics to their users. They are also known to participate in violent
crimes when they believe one of their distributors has received too much unwanted attention.
Recently the police have been investigating a possible B&B distributor named Carl Cupcake. At
approximately 6:54 a.m this morning, Carl Cupcake was opening his pastry shop, Cupcake &
Co., when he noticed a mysterious package.
It is believed this package contained a chocolate cake with a highly explosive material baked
within it. This package exploded at 7:00 a.m this morning, killing Mr. Cupcake. An unknown
narcotic was found planted on Mr. Cupcakes body.
Upon watching the security tapes for Cupcake & Co. the police realized there are three total
accomplices in this crime.
The police have gathered 8 suspects with possible associations to the crime. Your job is to link
three of these suspects to the scene of the crime. A chemical analysis of the suspects clothes
revealed the following:
Suspect Names
C
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Mario Macaroon
75.45%
6.59%
8.38%
9.58%
Frank Flan
37.00%
2.20%
18.50%
42.29%
Stella Sprinkles
67.33%
6.93%
4.62%
21.12%
Bob C. Burlee
63.16%
5.26%
No Data
35.56%
Christian
Croissant
46.67%
4.44%
31.11%
17.78%
Toby Toblerone
57.14%
6.12%
9.52%
27.21%
Carie Cookie
15.86%
2.20%
18.50%
63.44%
Dana Donut
72.24%
7.02%
4.68%
16.05%
Unverified Personal Information of the suspects:
Suspect Name
Notes
Mario Macaroon
A frequent customer to Cupcake & Co., often
seen having private conversations with Mr.
Cupcake near closing hours. Has recently
had a stroke.
Frank Flan
Brother in law to Carl Cupcake. A well
respected lawyer. Often seen representing
Carl in legal proceedings against Bob. Has
been diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety
Disorder.
Stella Sprinkles
Carl’s accountant and bookkeeper for
Cupcake & Co.. Known as a ruthless
business woman with a laser focused work
ethic.
Bob C. Burlee
Owner of Burlee Brothers, a rival bakery to
Cupcake & Co.. Bob and Carl have had an
ongoing feud for the past few years. Most
notably, Bob was seen vandalizing Cupcake
& Co. property.
Christian Croissant
Baker for Cupcake & Co. for 10 years. Listed
as sole beneficiary on Carl’s life insurance
policy. Known by many as Cupcake & Co.’s
greatest pastry chef. Many customers order
pastries made specifically by Christian only.
Toby Toblerone
Owner of Fettucini & Friends, an Italian
restaurant across the street from Cupcake &
Co.. Has been diagnosed with diabetes for 3
years. Recently under investigation for tax
fraud.
Carie Cookie
Origin unknown. Found sneaking around the
crime scene. Has complained of chest pain
upon her arrest.
Dana Donut
On and off lover to Mr. Cupcake for a few
years. Recently spent three months in rehab
for a narcotics addiction. Complains she has
the flu and will not answer any further
questions.
Possible Chemicals Found:
Compound
Chemical Formula
Notes
Codeine
C18H21NO3
Painkiller obtained by
prescription only
Cocaine
C17H21NO4
Illegal Narcotic
Aspirin
Aspartame
Vanilla
C9H8O4
C14H18N2O5
C8H8O3
Painkiller and
anti-inflammatory
Artificial Sweetener
Flavouring
Trinitrotoluene
C7H5N3O6
Explosive (TNT dynamite)
Nitroglycerine
C3H5N3O9
Explosive, Heart medication
Curare
C40H4N4O
Poison
Thiobromine
C7H8N4O2
Chocolate flavouring
Strychnine
C21H22N2O2
Rat Poison and anticoagulant
used for blood clots
Acetaminophen
C8H9NO2
Pain Killer (Tylenol)
Dimetacrine
C20H26N
Antidepressant
To gain full credit you must correctly identify the three suspects and provide sufficient evidence
to prove, without a doubt, these suspects are linked to the crime.