Darlene Brothers-Gray
447 Grenier Terrace, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30045
Cell: (404) 468-8748
brothersgrayd@netscape.net
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Professional Experience
Crime Scene Technician, Senior
Atlanta Police Department, Identification Unit, Atlanta, Georgia
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November 2005 – August 2011
Processed crime scenes in a mobile laboratory, evidence collection (blood evidence, latent prints, DNA, firearms,
report writing and crime scene diagrams, measurement and photography). Fingerprint arrestees to input prints
on AFIS, Utilize Henry classification and NCIC classification. Manual comparison of latent print impressions with
known impressions. Verify AFIS ten-prints. Process inked/live scan fingerprints to confirm identity. Testify in
court on findings. Acting supervisor.
Dangerous Goods Inspector
September 2002 – March 2004
Transport Canada, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations - Conducted the assigned importing/handling/ offering for
transport/transport of dangerous goods inspection portfolio for multi-modal transportation, including
conducting/coordinating on-site and point of entry inspections at border crossings and at inter-modal terminals
for import and export. Determined the appropriate enforcement action to be taken. Attended dangerous goods
accidents to assess damage, provided advice and guidance.
Identification Technician
Atlanta Police Department, Identification Unit, Atlanta, Georgia
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February 1999 – June 2001
Fingerprint pattern recognition and fingerprint classification (Henry and NCIC Classification). Establish positive
identification of individuals through comparison of fingerprints and processing work through the Automated
Fingerprint Identification system. Functions and operation of the Automated Fingerprint Identification System.
Fingerprint comparisons of inked to inked prints. Taking fingerprints by use of ink and live scan fingerprinting
machine. Provided back up duties to crime scene.
Volunteer Experience
Fulton County Medical Examiners Center
Pryor Rd., Atlanta, Georgia
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May 2007 –May 2008
Provided assistance in the morgue in autopsy dissection. Documented all wounds and area of injury on the
body. Collected/preserved trace evidence and personal effects, tissue and body fluids for histological
examination. Took and developed x-rays. Collection of toxicological specimens at time of examination and the
processing and preservation of legal specimens and clothing are also conducted. Accepts and releases
decedents to establishments bearing authority from next of kin.
Education
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Master of Science in Pharmacy (concentration in Forensic DNA & Serology), University of Florida, Gainesville,
FL 08/2010
Master of Forensic Science (concentration in Investigations), National University, San Diego, CA 01/2009
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Bachelor of Science Degree, Mount Saint Vincent University, Halifax, N.S., 1990
Professional Affiliations & Certifications
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Member, Georgia International Association of Identification (G.I.A.I.)
Georgia Post Certified Crime Scene Investigator (Basic Photography and Digital Imaging),
Latent Print Identification, Latent Print Development, Blood Pattern Analysis, Evidence Presentation
Crime Scene Technician, Security and Integrity, Fingerprint Classification).
Advanced Fingerprinting Techniques
Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS)
Georgia Crime Information Center Entry Level Operator
Advanced Forensics Investigations for Hazardous Environments
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (The Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act , 1992)