Challenges Encountered Affecting the Operational Efficiency in the Crime Scene Operations: Basis for Improved Action Plan

Incidence of crime is an inevitable phenomenon in all societies. To solve crimes and bring offender to justice, investigators play very significant role in providing evidence to prove the culpability of the suspect. This study aims to determine the observation of SOCO Team about their challenges encountered affecting the operational efficiency in the conduct of crime scene operations. It used the quantitative descriptive research method by employing validated and reliable self-made questionnaire. The respondents of the study were the personnel of Regional Forensic Unit 4A. Based on the results, it was found that there are minor challenges on technological, coordination, time management and logistical factors; crime scene operations are effective in the analysis of evidence, coordination with other agencies, collection of evidence and in court testimonies; there is a significant difference between the response of the respondents on evidence and coordination as challenge in crime scene operation as to their sex; and a highly significant relationship among the challenges and operational efficiency in crime scene operation. Based on the results, it was recommended to continue empowerment of the personnel and acquisition of equipment to address the challenges and maintain the organizational capabilities in crime scene operations