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- What's this Whodunit event anyway?
- What was the crime?
- Was it a real crime?
- Who's behind the Whodunit?
- Can I still enter?
- Will the Whodunit run next year?
- I registered, but never received a kit – what should I do?
What's this Whodunit event anyway?
A mock-up crime and forensic investigation for schools (Key Stages 2 and 3) to learn about forensic science. Up until June 24th 2003, schools could register online for free kit of “evidence” and then submit their results to win fantastic prizes. The case is now closed and the culprit has been revealed...you can read all about it in our specially designed photo story!
What was the crime?
On the 11th of May, someone stole Busted’s guitar! The suspects were narrowed down to five celebrities: Ms Dynamite, S Club, James Beattie, Blazin’ Squad and Zach Shaw.
Then it was up to the school-pupils of England to investigate fragments of evidence left at the scene of the crime to find the answer. You can read about the evidence and take a look at the crime scene in The Case
Was it a real crime?
The "crime" was strictly fictional. But the science behind it is real, as was the participation of our six celebrities!
Who was behind the Whodunit?
Planet Science and partners, that's who! You can read more about the exact origins of the event including where the concept came from, who organised it and the people who have been involved by visiting the Who’s behind the Whodunit? page.
Can I still enter the competitions?
No, the competition aspects of the Whodunit are now closed. These include the Schools Competition to submit evidence and the Super Sleuth Training Challenge, a twenty-question forensic science quiz.
Where can I get more forensic science activities?
If you are interested in forensic science activities check out the Teachers Home Page which still has resources usable even without the Whodunit pack, and Sleuth School which has activities to try at home including a page on how to run your own mini Whodunit mock-up crime scene!
Will the Whodunit run next year?
Currently, there are no fixed plans to run the Whodunit next year. Planet Science is a temporary project that finishes at the end of July 2003. Copyright for the evidence kits and teachers handbook is held by Ruben Meerman.
I registered, but never received a kit – what should I do?
If you ordered a kit by June 24th 2003, it should definitely have reached you by now. If it hasn't please contact joanna.edwards@nesta.org.uk