Charmaine Bale

Charmaine Bale is a seasoned professional in the field of forensic science, currently serving as a Quality Technical Officer for Digital Forensic Hubs at Thames Valley Police since May 2024. Charmaine previously held the position of Faculty Academic Integrity Lead and Lecturer in Crime and Investigative Studies at Anglia Ruskin University from February 2020 to April 2024, contributing extensive investigative experience to the curriculum. Prior roles include Digital Triage Technician and Mobile Device Investigator at Northamptonshire Police, and Crime Scene Investigator at both Lincolnshire Police and Gwent Police, showcasing a strong background in crime scene examination and digital forensics. Charmaine has advanced academic credentials, including a Post Graduate Diploma in Professional Research - Forensic Pedagogy and a Master's degree in Biotechnology from Teesside University.