December 19, 2014
An unpleasant subject to some, autopsies or post-mortem exams have traditionally been the best way to garner important scientific evidence related to the human body. They also play an important role in determining the cause of death in situations where circumstances are questionable. Autopsies are performed under the direction of the local coroner or another […]
December 11, 2014
As with death cleanup, many prefer not to know the ins and outs of the funeral business. However, Aftermath understands the difficult responsibilities faced by funeral professionals, and has tailored programs and services to fit the needs of the death care industry. Learn more about how a crime scene cleanup service can provide valuable assistance […]
December 2, 2014
It’s a situation most people will experience at least once in a lifetime. An elderly parent or relative passes on, and the family must decide what to do with decades of collected memories, cherished treasures, and the all the other material possessions that accompany modern living. Whether you’ve been down this road before or have […]
November 28, 2014
What You Need to Do if You Witness a Homicide Witnessing a murder has different immediate impacts on different individuals. The most important thing to do is get help and stay safe, even if you are afraid to contact the police or do not feel like you cannot handle any sort of interview. Be honest […]
October 14, 2014
Halloween is one of the few times of year where we think more lightheartedly about death, rather than dwelling on the heartbreaking implications we typically associate with grief. Images of skeletons and undead beings are commonplace during the season, and bloody depictions of death are casually created for entertainment and a good scare (or even a laugh). […]
September 30, 2014
High Risk Situations and Warning Signs Why do people commit murder? Humans are one of the only species that will kill their own kind for reasons other than self-preservation. People commit murder to survive less often than people commit murder for other reasons. High profile mass murder and serial killer cases are far from the […]
September 23, 2014
Published September 23, 2014, updated October November 6, 2020 The homicide of a family member or loved one is earth-shattering. There are so many mixed feelings — shock, anger, depression, and more, that swirl all at once, creating deeply rooted emotional wounds. The grief that comes with a murdered family member, friend, or loved one […]
September 2, 2014
To the friends and family of a victim, suicide is a devastating tragedy. As experts in suicide cleanup, we’ve seen just how much a suicide can impact the lives of survivors. In an ideal world, such services would never be needed. Suicide prevention and education helps to uncover the risk factors associated with this tragic […]
February 11, 2014
Not all love stories have a happy ending. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Aftermath Crime Scene Cleanup is offering their expert advice on the potential cleanup process and hidden health hazards of some of the most infamous crimes of passion. Aftermath breaks down the biohazard cleanup process of several infamous cases of “love […]
February 4, 2014
Addressing Suicide Rates Among Veterans & Service Members 45,390 American adults died from suicide in 2017—6,139 of those were U.S. Veterans. Historically, veterans have suffered from a higher rate of suicide than the general public, and service member suicides continue to rise among the younger population. According to the Pentagon’s 2018 Annual Suicide Report, “In […]