Students at a South Cheshire College have been getting first-hand experience of the crime-fighting powers of SmartWater.
The teenagers, who are studying a public services course were given hands-on time with the product as they learned how it was being used to combat the growing problem of metal theft.
SmartWater consultant, Dave Betts, visited South Cheshire College, in Crewe, to explain and demonstrate how the uniquely-coded forensic liquid works and how it is being put to use in a wide range of situations, from protecting key national infrastructure to safeguarding businesses and homes.
The students were also given the chance to get their hands on SmartWater marking kits and see for themselves how the marking shows up under ultraviolet light and is virtually impossible to remove once applied, even through burning.
The visit from Dave Betts was arranged by lecturer, Nigel Bailey, as the two are former colleagues in the police.
Mr Bailey told the Nantwich Chronicle newspaper: “The students really enjoyed getting a close look at the product and learning how it is widely used in solving criminal cases. It has a 100 per cent conviction record when it is used.”