Forensic Art & Imaging

Jorge Molina is a forensic artist with a myriad of law enforcement training and experience working for large municipal and state law enforcement agencies. In his tenure as a forensic artist, he has assisted in the resolution of hundreds of investigations ranging from robbery to sexual assault to homicide. Assorted in scope, his forensic art services include composite drawings from witness descriptions, age-progressed images of wanted fugitives, and reconstructions of facial morphology from unidentified human remains. 

Jorge Molina Composite Police Sketch and ID Photograph Side by Side Comparison Image

Jorge Molina is the man behind many of the police sketches in the Austin area, one of only a few full-time artists in the state of Texas.

  • Police Composite Sketch from Eyewitness Interview

    Composite Sketches

    Jorge creates composite sketches from eyewitness interviews to aid criminal investigations. By questioning witnesses about the suspect's facial features, hairstyle, and distinctive marks, he translates their memories into detailed sketches. These sketches are crucial for law enforcement, helping identify and apprehend suspects by providing a visual aid for public and interagency distribution.

  • Jorge Molina Forensic 3D Clay Facial Reconstruction from Skull

    Facial Reconstructions

    Jorge specializes in creating facial reconstructions from skulls to assist in identifying unknown individuals. Using his extensive knowledge of anatomy and forensic techniques, he rebuilds facial features based on the skull's structure. Jorge's reconstructions provide crucial visual representations that help law enforcement and medical examiners identify victims, playing a vital role in solving cases and finding answers for families.

Molina was honored with the William P. Clements Excellence Award. Molina has assisted in over 1000 investigations with composite drawings and facial reconstructions, significantly enhancing the department's investigative capabilities. He has introduced advanced forensic art techniques and state-of-the-art digital imaging technologies, and provided expertise to various agencies, exemplifying exceptional dedication and innovation in his field.