Blackstone’s Senior Investigating Officer’s Handbook

Tony Cook, Andy Tattersall (Oxford University Press, 2008), 482 pages

The essential pocket-sized reference guide to the processes and actions involved in the role of Senior Investigating Officer. This handbook offers up-to-date advice on issues ranging from crime scene examination and investigative strategies to family liaison and managing the media. Written by authors with extensive experience of major investigations – both have held the rank of Detective Superintendent – this guide is packed with practical advice as well as case studies and ACPO guidance.

Highly recommended for anyone working in the field of major crime investigations.