Chapter 7 - Crimes against persons - Unit 1 - Lesson 1

Question 1

When you respond to a call for service…

Answer 1

always preserve life first and then work to preserve the scene for investigation

Question 2

Basic Investigative Flow Chart

Answer 2

-Secure the scene and tend to any medical needs
-Protect the integrity of the scene
-Sensitivity when engaging with persons on scene
-Determine if a crime has occurred
-separate victims and witnesses
-Do you have jurisdiction
-Notify supervisor
-if a detective will respond, maintain the scene and start a log
-Interviews, evidence, arrest, BOLO

Question 3

How to approach the scene entrance safely

Answer 3

if you approach the scene using the front door, do not stand directly in front of the door to avoid a fatal funnel situation. ID yourself, and state the purpose of your visit. move to & maintain a position of advantage, such as somewhere you cannot be attacked from behind. stay out of doorways & visually assess the scene, take notes of number of people. observe hands, body language, & facial expressions. scan the room for hazards such as weapons, dangerous pets, or hiding places

Question 4

3 issues to identify when engaging people

Answer 4

-who is the victim?
-are there any impartial witnesses to the crime?
-does the victim have a relationship with the suspect?

Question 5

How to engage with persons on scene

Answer 5

ID the involved persons through observation & answers to your questions. assess their physical, intellectual, & emotional well-being, & how likely they are to be violent. understanding the role of each person involved in an incident provides a foundation for IDing the victim of a crime. keep in mind the concept of personal space. each person has different boundaries regarding personal space & may become uncooperative or violent if you stand too close (people prone to violence of experienced abuse= more space)