Mr. Hancock is a Forensic Consultant with Focus Forensics LLC, specializing in field investigations, data collection, vehicle and scene documentation, electronic data retrieval, and inspections of vehicular and roadway systems. Mr. Hancock has over 12 years of experience in data collection and analytical support for engineering teams, including 5 years assisting with intersection design and traffic signalization plan development with the Palm Beach County (Florida) Engineering and Public Works Department – Traffic Engineering Division. His specific Forensic consulting experience includes over 7 years of training, certifications, and experience in investigations and analyses of collision incidents, vehicle dynamics, and transportation safety systems. He has inspected, documented, and analyzed hundreds of passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, intersection traffic signals, roadway environments, and work zone temporary traffic control layouts.
Mr. Hancock utilizes cutting edge technology to capture evidence and preserve electronic information, including FARO 3D laser scanning, Total Station laser mapping, Bosch CDR vehicle download system, commercial vehicle Engine Control Module (ECM) data extraction systems, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) mapping and imagery, speedometer inspection, forensic photography, photogrammetry, and traffic signal data documentation. Mr. Hancock has been trained in the identification and documentation of evidence related to all forms of transportation, including motor vehicles, tractor-trailers, work equipment, motorcycle, bicycles, pedestrians, and other modes of travel. He has experience in gathering and researching roadway related data such as traffic control devices, highway construction work zones, and roadside safety projects.