I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin How AI could solve murders: Graeme Simpfendorfer Pt.1
Dec 13, 2025
Graeme Simpfendorfer, a former Victorian police detective with 27 years of experience, now leads Peregrine Investigations, focusing on AI in criminal investigations. He explains how AI revolutionizes police work, enabling instant identification of getaway cars and real-time tracking of suspects. Graeme discusses the importance of privacy safeguards, the need for Australian-based data centers, and how AI can dramatically reduce evidence collection time. He also highlights AI's role in supporting police veterans and ethical dilemmas in balancing public safety with privacy.
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AI As Transformational For Policing
- AI is the biggest change in criminal investigation since DNA and will create conversations we couldn't imagine six months ago.
- Graeme Simpfendorfer warns the pace of change demands law enforcement adapt quickly or be left behind.
From Reluctance To Embrace ChatGPT
- Gary admitted he resisted ChatGPT until his son showed it could produce better reports instantly.
- That personal pivot convinced him to embrace AI as an evolution of research tools rather than cheating.
Always Fact-Check AI Outputs
- Use ChatGPT and similar tools to save time but always fact-check and add your personal lens before submitting.
- Treat AI outputs as drafts that require human validation and editing to avoid professional embarrassment.