Investegative Response Flashcards
(7 cards)
What is fast track?
Establishes important facts, preserves evidence or leads to early resolution of the investigation
Examples of fast track points?
Identify suspect
Intelligence opportunities
Scene forensics
Witness search
Victim enquiry
What is THRIVE+
T - threat
H - harm
R - risk
I - investigation
V - vulnerability
E - engagement
+ - prevention & intervention
Scene prevention
Don’t walk in commonly used paths
Don’t touch screens of phones
Tape area to stop unwanted entry or exit
Use PPE
Tents to stop weather
Prompt action
ABC of investigation
A - assume nothing
B - believe nobody
C - challenge everything
5 building blocks
- Preserve life
- Preserve the scene
- Secure evidence
- Identify victims
- Identify suspect
What is RIPA
Regulation of investigatory powers - covert surveillance by public bodies