JUSTICE Minister Devesh Maharaj toured the Forensic Science Centre in St James on May 28, speaking with staff and learning about the various disciplines within forensic science and the advanced techniques employed in their investigations.

In a statement on May 29, the ministry said the visit provided Maharaj with a firsthand look at the critical work undertaken by the dedicated professionals at the Centre, who play a vital role in the administration of justice through scientific analysis and evidence examination.

It said Maharaj expressed deep appreciation for the expertise and commitment of the Centre's personnel. Some of the specialised areas toured included the instrumentation lab, the toxicology lab, the chemistry lab, the biology/DNA lab, the handwriting and counterfeit unit and the firing range. The minister also received a firsthand experience in the use of the integrated ballistic identification system (IBIS).