This paper of ours tries to show the ways in which human psychology is applied to criminal investigations. There are a number of socio-cultural factors that would be addressed in the process. These factors have a huge impact on the mental health of the individual convicted for a particular crime. In addition to this, the paper aims to elaborate on the socio-cultural aspects based on a particular case study. The case that has been presented involves an individual named Ronald Bailey. It is through the details of the case that we get to know Ronald and it provides us the opportunity to study the impacts in a better fashion.