Alina Burroughs is a renowned forensic expert whose 20+ years in the criminal justice field have cemented her as a trusted authority in crime scene investigations. Her distinguished career includes 12 years as a Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, where she played a key role in thousands of cases, including the highly publicized Caylee Anthony murder investigation and the tragic Pulse Nightclub shooting. Alina’s expertise spans a diverse array of forensic disciplines, from bloodstain pattern analysis and bullet trajectory to post-blast investigations and the recovery of buried bodies.

As the host of Crime Scene Confidential on Investigation Discovery, Alina transitioned from behind-the-scenes expert to a compelling voice in the forensic world, revisiting high-profile murder cases and providing the public with fresh perspectives on evidence. In addition to her investigative role, Alina served as an on-set Armorer, a position that gave her invaluable perspective during the tragic Rust shooting incident. Alina is frequently called upon by national news outlets to provide expert insight into headline-making cases such as the death of actor Gene Hackman, the investigation into suspected Long Island serial killer Rex Heuermann, and the high-profile Sarah Boone ‘suitcase homicide and Karen Reed case.