Managing the technical resource capability of cybercrime investigation: a UK law enforcement perspective

Abstract

This article discusses the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies when investigating cybercrime. The article presents the technical investigation roles necessary for cybercrime policing in a resource capability matrix. Adopting a standard resource capability framework across the wider law enforcement community will assist in the development of common policies and procedures, and will maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of cybercrime investigation in a shrinking global economy.

Keywords:

• Computer forensics
• cybercrime
• criminal investigation
• e-crime
• law enforcement
• policing

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Paul Hunton

Paul Hunton was formerly a police officer with Cleveland Police IT, Middlesbrough, UK; he is now with cybercrime and cybersecurity consultants Hunton Woods Ltd.