PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION (TOPIC 2)

1. Describe the steps in the preliminary investigation?

1.1. Receive Information :

1.1.1. Respond to a report of a possible crime.

1.2. Secure the Scene :

1.2.1. Protect the crime scene to preserve evidence.

1.3. Initial Interviews :

1.3.1. ather statements from victims, witnesses, and involved parties.

1.4. Collect Evidence :

1.4.1. Document and collect physical evidence from the scene.

1.5. Identify Suspects :

1.5.1. Identify and locate potential suspects based on available information.

1.6. Field Investigation :

1.6.1. Conduct further inquiries and crime scene processing as needed.

1.7. Report and Documentation :

1.7.1. Prepare a detailed report summarizing the findings and actions taken.

2. Identify the end product of a preliminary investigation?

2.1. The end product of a preliminary investigation is an incident report or preliminary investigation report. This document summarizes the findings, evidence, witness statements, and any actions taken during the initial investigation. It serves as the foundation for any further investigation or legal action.