Calhoun County Sheriff Receives Grant for OSCR 360 Capture Kit

*CALHOUN COUNTY, MI* — The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office received a $7,259 Momentum Grant from the Marshall Community Foundation to purchase advanced crime scene technology that will benefit multiple law enforcement agencies across the region.

The funding will be used to purchase an OSCR 360 Capture Kit, a cutting-edge system that allows investigators to create interactive, 360-degree visual documentation of crime scenes.

"We are grateful to the Marshall Community Foundation for investing in tools that enhance public safety and strengthen our ability to serve the community," said Calhoun County Sheriff Steve Hinkley.

The technology will be utilized by the Calhoun Area Multi-Jurisdictional Evidence Team, a collaborative partnership between five local agencies working together to investigate major incidents.

How the Technology Works

The OSCR 360 Capture Kit enables investigators to capture an entire room with a single image and create a virtual walkthrough of a scene. This technology is already being utilized by leading forensic teams like the Michigan State Police.

Key capabilities of the system include:

  • Capture entire rooms with a single image
  • Create interactive 360-degree visual documentation
  • Map evidence precisely to its location
  • Improve scene reconstruction accuracy
  • Enhance courtroom presentations for judges and juries

By reducing the time required to document scenes and improving the accuracy of evidence presentation, the system will increase efficiency for investigators and support stronger case outcomes.

The technology is particularly valuable in complex investigations involving multiple rooms or both indoor and outdoor scenes.

Regional Impact

Sheriff Hinkley described the grant as an investment in tools that will benefit law enforcement across the Calhoun County region. The equipment purchased with the grant money will serve the Calhoun Area Multi-Jurisdictional Evidence Team, which represents a collaborative approach to tackling major criminal incidents.

The Marshall Community Foundation continues its commitment to supporting public safety initiatives that strengthen community services and enhance the quality of life for all residents in the area.