In an email exchange with eParisExtra intern reporter Matthew Ablon, Steve Dawson (pictured) of Dawson Forensic Analytics, PLLC offered clarification in response to an article published to eParisExtra on June 10, 2015.
According to Dawson, the PEDC board vote did not result in a decision to hire Dawson, but rather in a decision to meet with Dawson in person before deciding whether to move forward with a forensic investigation.
“The process of contracting for a forensic investigation can be time consuming and somewhat confusing,” said Dawson, “thus should be entered into only after all parties to the contract are comfortable in their understanding of the terms and what really is to be done.”
Dawson also stressed the importance of ensuring the PEDC was not wasting any money before going through with a full forensic investigation.
“Because of the history over the past year, I offered in the proposal to come meet with the board face-to-face to address the issues referenced above before even considering entering into any investigation agreement,” said Dawson.
eParisExtra will continue to update our readership with details on new developments with the PEDC and Dawson Forensic Analytics, PLLC.
By Matthew Ablon