Raymond C. Murray’s interest in forensic geology began with a chance encounter with an agent for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms while at Rutgers University. This encounter led to the publication of two books on the subject and a career in the field that includes speaking, writing, and encouraging others to recognize the value of geologic evidence. He has worked with, and lectured at, government and private crime laboratories around the world. Murray lives with his wife, Maureen Fleming, in Missoula, Montana.