NEW forensic equipment has boosted science lessons for The Kings of Wessex Academy students.

The kit, including professional finger printing apparatus, ink pads and artificial blood substitute liquid, was donated by the school’s parent teacher association.

News team students Henry Parsons and Harrison Barber said: “Both Kings students and staff in the science department are extremely grateful for the donation and we thank our PTA for their good work.

“The new equipment will add to the overall forensic science experience and create a genuine feel for a replicated crime scene in lessons.”