This case study presents a digital forensic investigation involving allegations of accessing illegal clown-related content in Western Australia. The investigation details the seizure of a computer, the challenges posed by a junior investigator's actions (logical acquisition and wiping of the hard drive), and the suspect's denial of accessing the content. The analysis utilizes forensic tools like Autopsy to examine the digital evidence, focusing on identifying files, determining intent, and quantifying the amount of content. The report outlines the steps taken, including 7-Zip extraction, case file identification, and keyword searches to uncover deleted files and assess the presence of malware. The case study explores the challenges of the investigation and the importance of proper forensic procedures.
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