From Crash Scenes to Court‑Ready Maps
We build practical training and tools for investigators—by investigators. Here’s the road we’ve traveled and where we’re headed next.
Sworn in as Spartanburg Police Officer
Our founder, Bobby J. Mullinax, was sworn in as a police officer, taking an oath to work to make the world a better and safer place. Early ideals set the stage for a career focused on impact and community service.
Police Academy Graduation
Graduated from the Spartanburg Police Academy, building foundational skills for patrol and enforcement. This step reinforced a commitment to public safety and community impact.
Completed 1 Year as Police Officer
Finished the first year on patrol in the Park Hills/Highland area. Bobby realized he could not change the entire world alone but could make a difference in one street or neighborhood. Like throwing a small pebble into the ocean, he began to see ripples of positive impact.
Became Field Training Officer
After three years, Bobby became a Field Training Officer. By training others and providing them with tools and knowledge, their impact multiplied. The initial pebble became a rock, expanding the ripples of influence.
Transferred to Traffic Division
Assigned to DUI enforcement and collision investigation. This experience sharpened investigative skills and opened pathways for future training and technological innovation in public safety.
WREX Poster Presentation
Presented research on using body camera footage and photogrammetry in crash reconstruction at WREX 2016. This work positioned Bobby at the forefront of modern investigative technology.
Joined SC Criminal Justice Academy
Left Spartanburg PD to become a full-time crash reconstruction instructor at the SC Criminal Justice Academy. Expanding statewide reach increased the size of the rock and amplified ripples of impact across the state.
Published "Silent Witness"
Explored reconstruction techniques using body-worn camera video, advancing the science and sharing knowledge with the wider professional community.
National Conference Presentations
Presented at IPTM (Orlando, FL), SCARS (Mount Pleasant, SC), ARC-CSI (Las Vegas, NV), Pennsylvania State Police Reconstruction Seminar (Gettysburg, PA), and virtually at the Association for Crime Scene Reconstruction. The rock grew larger as Bobby shared expertise nationally.
Published in Collision Magazine
Featured in Collision Magazine, further establishing Bobby’s reputation in the field and the growing influence of his work.
PhotoModeler Ambassador
Recognized as one of only a few PhotoModeler Ambassadors worldwide, highlighting expertise in photogrammetry and investigative technology.
Crash Training Solutions Launched
Official launch of Crash Training Solutions website. Platform for delivering online and in-person crash investigation training and resources.
Crash EVAL: Analyzing the Impaired Driver
First online course developed and published, extending reach to law enforcement professionals digitally.
Pedestrian Bicycle Crash Analysis
Second online course launched, providing specialized analysis tools and methods to officers nationwide.
Occupant Kinematics for Law Enforcement
First course to introduce advanced crash dynamics and occupant analysis in a law enforcement-focused online setting.
Crash Training Solutions Goes International
Marked the first time online training was used internationally when Australian crash investigators attended Occupant Kinematics for Law Enforcement.
Started Aerial Drone Mapping & Surveyor Training
Post-law enforcement, began collecting aerial LiDAR and photo data for a US drone manufacturer. Trained surveyors and engineers on aerial drone mapping techniques across multiple states.
ASCE Week: Why Drones (Reston, VA)
Developed and taught a course on drone mapping techniques for the American Society of Civil Engineers. Taught engineers and surveyors how to apply aerial solutions to real-world challenges.
Featured on DroneCast Podcast
9 years after leaving Spartanburg Police Department, Bobby was featured on the DroneCast Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time podcast, sharing insights on public safety, drones, and crash reconstruction.
Crash Training Solutions becomes Traffic Cop Labs
Rebranded with expanded focus beyond training. Operations moved to Port Saint Lucie, FL. Signaled the beginning of a broader vision including software, hardware, and national training impact.
ChronoSnap Beta Launch
First software offering, ChronoSnap, launched in beta for agencies. Purpose-built for crash investigations: frame extraction, SSIM analysis, time calculations, and courtroom-ready PDF reporting.
Beyond 2025 — Building the Boulder
Standardized, defensible scene documentation for every agency. Focused on simplicity under pressure and scalable tools for law enforcement. Traffic Cop Labs continues to expand the mission in training, software, and hardware.