Verdant 001 008

Reason for Attendance: Secondary scene examination following review of material recovered during the initial search and further enquiries with neighbouring occupants.

Two adjoining households reported persistent unexplained barking and agitation from dogs during the preceding months, apparently focused towards the Caldwell property.

During closer examination, transparent household adhesive tape was identified on floors and adjacent surfaces throughout multiple rooms.

The tape forms close outlines around furniture and household objects, including dining chairs, side tables, kitchen appliances and decorative ornaments.

Similar markings are present inside cupboards around crockery and food containers.

The markings appear intended to indicate the precise position of individual objects.

The tape was not recorded during the initial scene examination on 22 October.

Review of photographs taken during the initial examination confirms that the markings were already present on 22 October but were not identified or recorded at the time.

A small unidentified electronic device was also recovered from within the ceiling void above the entrance hallway.

The device was connected to the property's electrical supply and positioned adjacent to an existing ventilation opening.

Removed and submitted to Digital Forensics for technical examination.