Forensic Firearms Consulting in Canada
Bulletproof Forensic Consulting is a specialized consultancy dealing exclusively with forensic firearms related evidence. We offer assistance in interpreting shooting and firearm related evidence, resolving issues in shooting investigations and possession charges or helping your agency develop intelligence generating processes, including forensic laboratory development, to support the comprehensive investigation of gun crime. Backed by over 32 years of Canada-wide experience, Bulletproof is a low-volume, high-quality custom consulting service. With guiding principles focusing on quality, attention to detail and scientific methods, we can help you extract the most information from your shooting or firearm related inquiry.
SHOOTING
INCIDENT
reviews
witness statements. physical evidence
SERVICES
The application of forensic science is the basis of all of our services. We specialize in shooting and firearm related evidence only. With the exceptions of Gun Crime Fighting Strategies and Training, our services are typically requested after a shooting scene has been processed and firearms evidence has been analyzed.
Make the Most of Your Evidence
GUN CRIME FIGHTING STRATEGIES
Is your agency doing everything it can to combat gun crime in your community? Using proven techniques, Bulletproof Forensic Consulting can assist your law enforcement agency in developing and implementing strategies to maximize the recovery of forensic evidence resulting in an increase of workable intelligence to help combat gun crime in your area. Many options exist using a combination of technology, processes and skilled personnel and we will work with you throughout the entire decision-making process. Contact us to find out how we can help today.
Latest Methods, Customized to Your Needs
TRAINING
We provide structured comprehensive training in all aspects of forensic firearms and shooting investigations. All training is provided by a professional who currently practices in the subject matter and is up to date with the latest methodologies and technology. To supplement training in an area that may be new to you, we can also assist with developing standard operating procedures, choosing the right equipment and instrumentation and implementing workflows that meet acceptable practices for maintaining evidence integrity while meeting your needs or those of your agency.
Timely, Quality Intelligence
FORENSIC LAB ANALYSIS (COMING SOON)
Do you have shooting evidence that you need compared to another shooting or to a suspect firearm in order to further your investigation? Do you have critical evidence that you would like reanalyzed by your own independent expert? Inquire about our timely, high quality forensic comparisons (coming soon).
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SERVICES
The application of forensic science is the basis of all of our services. We specialize in the investigation of shootings and firearm-related inquiries. All of our services focus on helping you get the best evidence in your firearm and shooting investigations, whether it's proactively through training or laboratory development, or afterwards through an in-depth review of the evidence in your case.
Independent, Unbiased, Critical
Do you require a third party, independent reconstruction or review of a shooting incident? This is our specialty. Comparing witness statements to physical evidence in shooting incidents is a critical step in determining the facts. Compelling 3D computer models of shooting reconstructions can often be created from investigative materials and usually result in extracting more details about what actually happened. Evaluating and interpreting disclosure materials, and evaluating the testimony and qualifications of experts are some of our most common requests.
Make the Most of Your Evidence
LABORATORY ANALYSIS & RE-ANALYSIS
Bulletproof provides timely and accurate microscopic comparisons of fired bullets and cartridge cases using calibrated, quality instrumentation along with industry-standard procedures, all backed by a robust Quality Assurance System. Our scientist undergoes annual proficiency testing and is independently Certified by the Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners (AFTE) in the microscopic examination and interpretation of firearm and toolmark evidence.
Latest Methods, Customized to Your Needs
ABOUT
Meticulous - Critical - Unbiased
DARRYL BARR is Bulletproof Forensic Consulting Ltd.
Darryl is a senior Forensic Scientist - Firearm and Toolmark Examiner who is independently certified by the Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners (AFTE). Darryl has over 32 years of experience working across Canada on crime scene processing, forensic laboratory analysis, and providing expert testimony in court. Having previously worked as a scientist for law enforcement and advising Crown prosecutors, Darryl also has a solid understanding of the issues and complexities involved in the collection, examination and interpretation of shooting and firearms related evidence.
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Between 1992-2011, Darryl worked for the RCMP National Forensic Services in both Winnipeg and Halifax, conducting casework, shooting reconstruction and testifying across the country, where he introduced 3D computer modelling of shooting scenes to many court jurisdictions. He has assisted judges and juries in superior, provincial, military courts martial and public inquiries across the country by providing expert testimony on shooting reconstruction in complex shooting trials, including contentious officer involved shootings.
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In 2011, Darryl created and began managing the first forensic lab to open in Canada in over 65 years, for the Calgary Police Service. This was the first firearm lab in Canada to combine innovative new processes with the latest technologies to provide quick intelligence in firearm and shooting investigations. In addition, he assisted in developing and implementing innovative new policies and procedures on how a major municipal police service handles crime guns and shooting evidence, all of which have proven highly effective in the fight against gun crime. Since then, Darryl has assisted in the planning and development of other firearm examination units and labs for police and government agencies across Canada.
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Darryl has been an invited guest and keynote speaker both nationally and internationally on the topics of shooting reconstruction, and best practices for the scientific and technical investigation of shootings and gun crime. In addition to having been an active member of many national and provincial committees and working groups dedicated to solving issues in the forensic analysis of firearms and shootings, Darryl is also a member of the Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners (AFTE), the Association for Crime Scene Reconstruction (ACSR) and the Canadian Identification Society (CIS).
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In 2024, after having achieved a sustained zero-backlog, Darryl left the Firearm Lab in Calgary and took on the new challenge of full-time consulting. His specialties are shooting incident reconstruction and reviews, 3D computer modelling of shooting scenes, and firearm laboratory development and improvement.
OUR CLIENTS
Legal Counsel
Police Investigators & Administration
Government
Independent Investigators
CONTACT US
Have a particular challenge you’re dealing with? Contact me directly to find out how I can help.
Darryl G. Barr, B.Sc., FA/TM/GSR-AFTE
