Missing Persons Flashcards

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Missing person occurrences are a _____ of policing, and must be given appropriate levels of priority and resources from the outset. Each missing person occurrence reported to the Toronto Police Service (Service) shall be treated as an _____, given the potential that _____ at a later date.

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  1. high-risk area
  2. investigation
  3. criminality may be uncovered
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Missing Persons - Supervision

Supervision

  • Supervisory Officer notification mandatory for _____
  • Supervisory Officer attendance mandatory for _____
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  1. all missing person investigations
  2. Level 1 and 2 searches
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A missing person is a person where both the following circumstances exist with respect to the person:

  1. _____ and,
    i. the person has not been in contact with people who would likely be in contact with the person, or
    ii. it is _____ to fear for the person’s safety because of the _____.
  2. A member of a police force is _____.
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  1. The persons whereabouts are unknown
  2. reasonable in the circumstances
  3. circumstances surrounding the person’s absence or because of any other prescribed considerations.
  4. unable to locate the person after making reasonable efforts to do so.
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If there is any uncertainty determining whether or not the preliminary information gathered meets the threshold of the definition, a supervisor shall contact _____. If it is determined not to be a missing person, the call-type shall be modified with the assistance of Communications Services.

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  1. the Homicide – Missing Persons Unit (MPU) for consultation
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Missing Persons - Initial Risk Assessment

The initial level of investigative response required is determined with information collected on the TPS 260 and TPS 260A. These forms are an investigative aid that are utilized to assist responding officers, supervisors and the Officer in Charge in assessing the level of risk, urgency, and to determine the appropriate level of investigative response and search that is required.

The initial risk assessment will be completed _____, and promptly reviewed by _____ for all missing person cases.

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  1. as soon as practicable
  2. supervisors
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The MPU is available as a resource to all units in the Service, and will ensure accountability, provide direction, guidance, follow-up and support to divisional investigators. The overall responsibility of the investigation _____.

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remains with the division

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Missing Persons - Major Case

All cases of missing persons where circumstances indicate a strong possibility that the missing person has been the victim of homicide, an assault causing serious bodily harm, abduction or kidnapping meet the criteria as a major case pursuant to the Ontario Major Case Management Manual. This includes the strong possibility of being victimized by crime, or other factors that elevate concerns about the missing person. As such, all missing person occurrences where the strong possibility cannot reasonably be excluded, or the missing person’s life or safety may be at serious risk shall be treated as a major case. Therefore, an accredited Major Case Manager shall lead the investigation.

Missing person cases, where it has yet to be determined whether the missing person has been victimized by crime and the individual remains unaccounted for _____ days after being reported missing, shall be deemed a major case pursuant to the Ontario Major Case Management Manual for the purpose of utilizing the Ministry approved software (PowerCase).

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  1. thirty (30)
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Missing Persons - MPU Notifications

  • missing person is a child (0-12 years);
  • missing person is elderly (65+);
  • missing person has cognitive impairment;
  • missing person exhibits suicidal behavior;
  • strong possibility of being victimized by crime;
  • missing person is a sex trade worker;
  • case is multi-jurisdictional;
  • require clarity on case ownership / assignment;
  • require further investigative support;
  • believe to be consistent with pattern or trend of ongoing missing persons or criminal cases;
  • unnatural sudden death involving the discovery of unidentified human remains; and
  • any other situation with the likelihood of imminent or serious harm.

The MPU will take carriage of unidentified human remains occurrences after _____ days. At the discretion of the Unit Commander – Homicide and Missing Persons, missing person occurrences may be assigned directly to the MPU.

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  1. thirty (30)
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The Missing Persons Act came into effect on July 1, 2019. This legislation will assist police officers investigating missing person occurrences by providing them with the ability, in certain circumstances, to:

  • obtain a court order for a person or entity to produce records that would assist in locating a missing person;
  • obtain a search warrant to allow _____; and
  • make an urgent demand for _____.

If it is determined that a _____ or, in exigent circumstances, an _____ may further the investigation, police officers shall comply with the relevant direction contained in this Procedure.

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  1. entry onto a premises to locate a missing person
  2. records without judicial authorization
  3. search warrant
  4. urgent demand for records
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The DNA of a missing person can be collected from personal items containing their saliva, blood, skin cells or sweat, as outlined in Appendix A. These types of personal items are often lost even with the short passage of time and, as a result, should be collected in _____ of a missing person investigation.

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  1. the early stages
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The activation of an AMBER Alert shall be considered in all missing children investigations, and _____ shall be implemented in all cases involving AMBER Alert activation.
Before an AMBER Alert is initiated, the following guidelines must be met
* the investigator believes _____ has been _____
* the investigator believes the _____
* there is descriptive information about one or more of the following
 _____
 _____
 _____
to believe an immediate broadcast alert will help in locating the child.

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  1. Major Case Management
  2. a child under eighteen (18) years of age
  3. abducted
  4. child is in danger
  5. child
  6. abductor
  7. vehicle
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When a person is reported missing by a reportee in person at a division, the reportee shall not be directed to _____.

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  1. attend a different division
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Missing Persons

In all instances:
* a missing person eReport shall be completed;
* the person’s information shall be entered onto CPIC as missing;
* _____ shall be notified; and
* an investigation shall be commenced.

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  1. the supervisory officer
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Missing Person (A)
 Reportee is situated in the City of Toronto
 Missing person is a resident of the City of Toronto
The division receiving the report of a missing person shall
* conduct the initial investigation
* complete the applicable eReports
* if the division receiving the report for the missing person is not the division where the missing person resides, immediately
 provide the eReport number to the Officer in Charge of the division where the missing person resides
 record the name, rank and badge number of the Officer in Charge contacted in the eReport
Missing Person (A)
 Reportee is situated in the City of Toronto
 Missing person is a resident of the City of Toronto
The division receiving the report of a missing person shall
* conduct the initial investigation
* complete the applicable eReports
* if the division receiving the report for the missing person is not the division where the missing person resides, immediately
 provide the eReport number to the Officer in Charge of the division where the missing person resides
 record the name, rank and badge number of the Officer in Charge contacted in the eReport

The division where the missing person resides shall_____.

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  1. conduct a follow–up investigation
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Missing Person (B)
 Reportee is situated in the City of Toronto
 Missing person is not a resident of the City of Toronto
 Area the person is missing from is known

The division receiving the report of a missing person shall
* conduct the initial investigation
* complete the applicable eReports
* if the division receiving the report for the missing person is not the division responsible for the area from which the person is missing, immediately
 provide the eReport number to the Officer in Charge of the division responsible for the area from which the person is missing
 record the name, rank and badge number of the Officer in Charge contacted in the eReport

The division responsible for the area where the person is missing from shall _____.

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  1. conduct a follow–up investigation
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Missing Person (C)
 Reportee is situated in the City of Toronto
 Missing person is not a resident of the City of Toronto
 Area the person is missing from is unknown

The division receiving the report of a missing person shall
* conduct the initial investigation
* complete the applicable eReports
* conduct a _____
* add any new information in the original eReport until the missing person is located or further information is received concerning the whereabouts of the missing person that identifies an area where the person may be located or was missing from
* if further information is received about the area from which the person is missing, provide the eReport number to the Officer in Charge of the division responsible for that area for follow– up investigation

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  1. follow-up investigation
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Missing Person (D)
 Reportee is situated outside the City of Toronto
 Missing person is a resident of the City of Toronto

The unit receiving a report of a missing person shall transfer the reportee to the division where the missing person resides.

The division where the missing person resides shall
* advise the reportee that a member of the police service having jurisdiction where the reportee is currently situated will attend to speak with them
* generate a CPIC message to the local police service requesting
 an officer from the local police service attend and speak with the reportee
 the name, rank, badge number, and contact information of the officer from the local police service who is attending to conduct the initial investigation, be forwarded by CPIC message to the TPS division conducting the investigation
 all information obtained during the initial investigation be forwarded by facsimile to the TPS division conducting the investigation
* complete the applicable eReports, including the results of the investigation conducted by the local police service.

The division where the missing person resides shall _____.

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  1. conduct a follow–up investigation
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Missing Person (E)
 Reportee is situated outside the City of Toronto
 Missing person is not a resident of the City of Toronto
 Area the person is missing from is known

The unit receiving a report of a missing person shall transfer the reportee to the division responsible for the area from which the person is missing.

The division responsible for the area from which the person is missing shall
* advise the reportee that a member of the police service having jurisdiction where the reportee is currently situated will attend to speak with them
* generate a CPIC message to the local police service requesting
 an officer from the local police service attend and speak with the reportee
 the name, rank, badge number, and contact information of the officer from the local police service who is attending to conduct the initial investigation, be forwarded by CPIC message to the TPS division conducting the investigation
 all information obtained during the initial investigation be forwarded by facsimile to the TPS division conducting the investigation
* complete the applicable eReports, including the results of the investigation conducted by the local police service

The division responsible for the area where the person is missing from shall _____.

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  1. conduct a follow–up investigation
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Missing Person (F)
 Reportee is situated outside the City of Toronto
 Missing person is not a resident of the City of Toronto
 Area the person is missing from is unknown

The unit receiving a report of a missing person shall transfer the reportee to TPOC.
The TPOC shall
* speak with the reportee over the telephone in an attempt to identify an area from which the person is missing
* if the area is identified transfer the reportee to the division responsible for that area
* if the area is not identified, the Officer in Charge – TPOC shall assign the investigation to the most appropriate division and ensure the reportee is transferred to that division
The division assigned the investigation shall
* advise the reportee that a member of the police service having jurisdiction where the reportee is currently situated will attend to speak with them
* generate a CPIC message to the local police service requesting
 an officer from the local police service attend and speak with the reportee
 the name, rank, badge number, and contact information of the officer from the local police service who is attending to conduct the initial investigation, be forwarded by CPIC message to the TPS division conducting the investigation
 all information obtained during the initial investigation be forwarded by facsimile to the TPS division conducting the investigation
* complete the applicable eReports, including the results of the investigation conducted by the local police service
* add any new information in the original eReport until the missing person is located or further information is received concerning the whereabouts of the missing person that identifies an area where the person may be located or was missing from
* if further information is received about the area from which the person is missing, provide the eReport number to the division responsible for that area for follow–up investigation
If during the investigation into the missing person it is determined that the person is missing from a jurisdiction outside of the City of Toronto, shall immediately forward the report to _____.

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  1. the police service having jurisdiction from which the person is missing
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Child Apprehension Warrant

If a missing person is under _____ of age and circumstances warrant, the police officer shall advise the parent, guardian or the approved agency that has custody of the child that they may apply to a Justice of the Peace (Ontario Court of Justice, Family Division) for an apprehension warrant under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA).

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  1. sixteen (16) years
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Missing Persons - Level 3 - Police Officer

The first police officer shall be responsible for _____, _____, completing all necessary reports and notifying _____ of all pertinent facts.

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  1. conducting the initial investigation
  2. preserving evidence
  3. a supervisory officer
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Missing Persons - Level 3 - Police Officer

  • consult with _____ and complete a preliminary assessment to determine appropriate next steps, including but not limited to
     risk factors;
     priority areas;
     hazards that are known; and
     feasibility of conducting a _____ search
  • strategically complete a _____radius search of the place last seen (PLS) or last known place (LKP), as approved by the _____
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  1. supervisory officer
  2. 300m
  3. 300m
  4. supervisory officer
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Missing Persons - Level 3 - Supervisory Officer

Supervisory Officer

  1. Upon being notified of a Level 3 search and investigative response shall
    * ensure a TPS _____ and TPS _____ have been completed
    * in consultation with the _____ and _____, assess the level of risk and determine the appropriate level of response
    * complete the required TPS 260A
    * ensure the required eReport is generated via RMS-Ops and the missing person has been entered onto CPIC
    * notify the _____
    * if appropriate, ensure a strategic _____ radius search of the _____ has commenced, if known
  • if it is determined that a _____radius search is not required, ensure the specific details, including the reason no search was conducted are included in the _____
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  1. TPS 260, TPS 261
  2. first responding officer, Officer in Charge
  3. divisional Detective Sergeant
  4. 300m
  5. place last seen (PLS)/last known place (LKP)
  6. 300m
  7. original eReport
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Missing Person - Level 3 - Divisional Investigator 3. When notified of/assigned to a missing person occurrence shall * review the completed TPS 261 and _____, as determined on a _____ * consult with _____. If it is after hours, the on-call member can be reached through TPOC. * consider using a poster or bulletin to assist in locating the missing person * consider placing the missing person on the Missing Children Society of Canada (MCSC) – Child Search Network in accordance with Appendix B * complete the initial Risk Response Text Template in the original eReport, as required * ensure specific details of all investigative efforts are recorded in the original eReport * scan and attach all memorandum book notes and hardcopy reports to the original eReport  If possible, the _____ should be included in the briefing.
1. conduct a thorough investigation 2. case-by-case basis 3. a member of the MPU 4. supervisory officer on the road
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Missing Person - Level 3 - Detective Sergeant The Detective Sergeant is responsible for ensuring the _____. 4. When notified of a missing person occurrence shall * _____, as required * ensure ongoing communication with _____ that is/may be involved in the occurrence * ensure all eReports are completed
1. assign divisional investigative personnel 2. the Officer in Charge of any other division
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Missing Person - Level 2 - Supervisory Officer Supervisory Officer The first supervisory officer shall be _____.
1. responsible for the quality and thoroughness of the uniform response
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Missing Persons - Level 2 - Supervisory Officer 6. When commencing a Level 2 search and investigative response, to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated search shall * ensure compliance with item 1 * comply with item 2 * _____ and establish a command post at a location other than _____ * establish and implement the appropriate _____ * notify _____ * ensure relatives and key witnesses related to the missing person are interviewed * consider all known risk factors and the nature of the area to be searched (e.g. ground, urbanized, ravine, water) * ensure Communications Services is notified, and the description and all other pertinent information is broadcast * assign adequate personnel to conduct the required search * assign search areas by using the divisional search maps * document all assignments, as required * liaIse with _____ and consider obtaining the assistance from such support units as  EM&PO – Mounted  MPU (On-call investigator)  Specialized Emergency Response – Marine  Specialized Emergency Response – Police Dog Services  East Field/West Field Command - District Special Constables  external police services  York or Durham Regional Police Air Support Units [only when authorized by the Duty Senior Officer – TPOC (Duty Senior Officer) or other senior officer]  Community Partnerships and Engagement Unit (CPEU) – Auxiliary Program  community organizations * ensure evidence is collected and preserved in compliance with Procedure 04–21 * conduct on–going consultation with the _____ where circumstances may warrant escalation to a Level 1 search
1. attend the scene 2. the place last seen or the missing person’s home 3. incident command protocol 4. the Officer in Charge 5. TPOC 6. Officer in Charge/Search Manager/MPU
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Missing Persons - Level 2 - Divisional Investigator The divisional investigator is responsible for _____.
1. conducting a timely and thorough investigation of missing person occurrences
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Missing Persons - Level 2 - Divisional Investigator 7. In addition to conducting the investigation, shall * _____, as required * ensure that photo, dental, fingerprint and/or footprint information of the missing person have been requested and obtained, if available * notify the _____ * ensure that a personal tem for DNA analysis, as outlined in Appendix A is  requested from the family of the missing person, _____;  seized in compliance with Procedure 04–21, if available * obtain a family reference DNA sample from a member of the missing persons family in compliance with Procedure 04–21 * ensure the required RCMP Form A01 and Form A02 are completed, as required and attached to the original eReport * if it is determined that a judicial authorization (production order/search warrant) is required to  produce records that may assist in locating the missing person; or  allow entry onto a premises to locate a missing person, shall make the required application in compliance with Procedure 02-17 * consider communicating the relevant information on social media in compliance with Procedure 17–13 * consider requesting assistance from the media in compliance with Procedure 17–01 * consider using a poster or bulletin to assist in locating the missing person by contacting Corporate Communications * ensure all investigative efforts are recorded in the original eReport * scan and attach all memorandum book notes and hardcopy reports to the original eReport
1. attend the scene 2. MPU at-8-7411 3. as soon as practicable*
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Missing Persons - Level 2 - Divisional Investigator 8. In exigent circumstances, when it is determined that an urgent demand for records is required shall * consult with the _____ * complete the Form 5 - MPA, as required * complete the Form 6 – MPA, as required * send a copy of the completed Form 5 – MPA and Form 6 – MPA to the Officer in Charge of the MPU via the global e-mail address at MissingPersons
1. MPU
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Missing Persons DNA evidence should be collected _____. Absent exceptional circumstances, DNA evidence should be collected within _____ hours, and in any event, within _____ days if the missing person is not located.
1. as soon as practicable 2. forty eight (48) 3. thirty (30)
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Missing Persons - Level 2 - Officer in Charge The Officer in Charge is responsible for _____, and in the absence of the Detective Sergeant, an _____.
1. ensuring an appropriate uniform response 2. appropriate investigative response
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Missing Persons - Level 2 - Officer in Charge 9. When becoming involved in a Level 2 search and investigation shall * ensure _____ takes charge of the investigation in compliance with item 6 * ensure _____, where applicable * ensure adequate and appropriate resources are obtained to conduct the search * notify the  _____, if available  _____ ...
1. a supervisory officer 2. detectives are assigned to the investigation 3. Unit Commander 4. Duty Inspector, via TPOC
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Missing Persons - Level 2 - Officer in Charge 12. Upon being advised of a missing person under _____ years of age shall ensure * compliance with item 5 * all members involved in the search are notified that the search level has been escalated * the _____ is contacted, as soon as practicable
1. sixteen (16) 2. school principal
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Missing Persons - Level 1 - Divisional Investigator The Dental Chart form should be completed _____ in all instances, and within _____ days if the missing person is not located.
1. as soon as practicable 2. thirty (30)
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Missing Persons - Level 1 - Divisional Investigator 17. In addition to conducting the investigation, in consultation with TPOC, MPU and the Search Manager shall * _____ * ensure that photo, dental, fingerprint and/or footprint information of the missing person have been requested and obtained, if available ... * consider requesting assistance from the media in compliance with Procedure 17–01 * notify _____ * consider using a poster or bulletin to assist in locating the missing person * ensure all investigative efforts are recorded in the original eReport * scan and attach all memorandum book notes and hardcopy files to the original eReport * conduct_____ * maintain an accurate and complete record of all briefings utilizing the Risk Response Text Template, as required
1. attend the scene 2. Corporate Communications 3. briefings at regular intervals throughout the course of the investigation
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Missing Persons - Level 1 - Officer in Charge 19. Upon _____ shall * comply with item 9 * notify  the _____  the _____ * ensure the particulars are recorded in the UCMR, as required * ensure the _____ has been notified
1. making a decision to commence a Level 1 search and investigative response 2. Unit Commander 3. Duty Inspector, via TPOC 4. MPU
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Missing Persons - Level 1- Detective Sergeant 23. Upon being notified by the Officer in Charge or Duty Inspector of a missing person investigation shall * _____ * assign divisional investigative personnel and notify Intelligence Services – IAU, if necessary * ensure _____
1. co–ordinate and manage the investigative aspect of the search 2. an investigator is present at the command post at all times
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Missing Persons - Level 1 EM&PO provides _____. The overall responsibility for the search and its investigation _____.
1. search management support 2. remains with the division
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Missing Person - Detective Sergeant 25. When the missing person is not located within _____ of being reported missing and there is no new evidence, explanation or circumstances indicating that the occurrence should not be cancelled shall ensure * consultation takes place between the assigned investigator and the MPU * the status of the original eReport remains open * request is made to have the missing person's dentist complete a RCMP 1667
1. thirty (30) days
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Missing Person 1. Do not _____ of an adult missing person without their approval.
1. disclose the location
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AMBER Alert means a co–operative effort between police, the media and the Ministry of Transportation to provide early notification to the public where a person under _____ years of age is believed to have been abducted and where circumstances lead police to believe that the abducted person is in danger of serious bodily harm or death and there is enough descriptive information about the abducted person, and/or the abductor, and/or the abductor’s vehicle to believe an immediate broadcast alert will help in locating the person. An AMBER Alert will have a duration of _____ hours following activation, unless cancelled or extended.
1. eighteen (18) 2. five (5)
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_____ means a portable storage box containing the necessary items essential to the supervisory officer at the scene of a Level 1 or Level 2 search. These items shall be determined by Procedure 04–05 and established practice, and should be located where it is easily accessible by the Officer in Charge.
1. Divisional Search Box
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_____ means the police officer who has taken charge of the incident and who is in charge at the Command Post and, in conjunction with other emergency services commanders, is responsible for coordinating and managing police response at an incident.
1. Incident Commander
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_____ means the last substantiated (by clues or evidence) position that the missing person was known to be.
1. Last Known Place
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_____ means the level of search implemented when a person is reported missing and there are no extenuating circumstances. At this level, there are minimal concerns regarding the possibility of being victimized by crime or the infirmity or limitations of the missing person.
1. Level 3 Missing Person Search
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_____ means the level of search when a missing person: * is under _____ years and judged likely to be incapable of caring for themselves; * has known _____ * is over _____ years of age or infirm, or; * there is a strong possibility of being _____
1. Level 2 Missing Person Search 2. sixteen (16) 3. vulnerabilities (including medical and/or mental health conditions, and current emotional/physical state) 4. sixty five (65) 5. victimized by crime
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_____ means the level of search implemented when the Level 3 and Level 2 missing person searches are ineffective or if the situation, due to the extenuating circumstances, necessitates that this level be initiated immediately.
1. Level 1 Missing Person Search
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_____ means the member assigned to the Homicide – Missing Persons Unit that provides assistance to lead investigators and divisional officers assigned to missing person and unidentified human remains investigations. The _____ will * examine all missing person occurrences to ensure quality control, case continuity, consistency and compliance with related procedures; * evaluate the risk and response assessments of missing person investigations; * connect officers with existing and new community resources to assist with investigations; * act as a liaison between investigators and the reportees and/or families in missing persons investigations; * liaise with the Office of the Chief Coroner / Ontario Forensic Pathology Service on issues relating to unidentified human remains, as required; * develop contacts and builds relationships with social services, public health and community organizations/agencies. Maintains a list of current community resources available to assist with investigations; * plan and deliver training as required.
1. Missing Person Coordinator
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_____ means a web page located on the Service Internet site used to publish information and pictures regarding missing person investigations that have proceeded to a Level 1 search.
1. Missing Persons Search Page
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_____ means the national centre created and maintained by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to compile data on missing persons and unidentified remains. The Toronto Police Service supports the centre and encourages officers to forward pertinent information to the RCMP to assist in matters of missing persons and unidentified remains.
1. National Centre for Missing Persons and Unidentified Remains (NCMPUR)
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_____ means the national registry created and maintained by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to compile data on missing and abducted children. The Toronto Police Service supports the registry and encourages officers to forward pertinent information to the RCMP to assist in matters of both parental and non–parental abduction.
1. National Missing Children’s Operations (NMCO)
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_____ means the unlawful removal of a child by a person other than a parent, guardian, or person having lawful care or charge of the child.
1. Non–Parental Abduction
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_____ means the unlawful removal of a child by a parent, guardian, or any other person having lawful care or charge of a person under the age of _____ years whether or not there is a custody order in relation to that child made by a court, with the intent to deprive a parent, guardian, or person having lawful care or charge of the person.
1. Parental Abduction 2. fourteen (14)
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_____ means the location where the missing person was actually seen by a witness. The ______ may shift throughout the course of the investigation as new information is known.
1. Place Last Seen (PLS) 2. PLS
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_____ means the team from Emergency Management & Public Order (EM&PO), led by a search manager, supporting the requesting division, and responsible for coordinating a _____ search for a missing person. EM&PO is the service resource supporting the division.
1. Search Management Team 2. Level 1
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_____ means the provincially accredited police officer in charge of the Emergency Management & Public Order – Search Management Team.
1. Search Manager