What should be done with clothing or objects contaminated with glass for proper evidence collection?

The best approach for handling clothing or objects contaminated with glass is to wrap them in paper and submit them for laboratory examination. Paper materials are preferred for several reasons. First, wrapping items in paper helps to prevent further contamination and loss of evidence while allowing the material to breathe, which reduces the risk of mildew or degradation that could occur if items were sealed in plastic.

Additionally, wrapping evidence in paper retains its integrity and allows for proper examination by forensic experts. In cases involving glass, it is crucial not only to preserve the evidence but also to ensure that it can be properly analyzed later in a controlled laboratory setting.

The other options, such as wrapping items in plastic or storing them in waterproof containers, can lead to issues with condensation and potential degradation of the evidence. Leaving items untouched at the crime scene is not an option for evidence collection, as it prevents the necessary preservation and analysis of crucial forensic evidence.