In Red MC and SA

Question 1

What is the definition of appreciation

SA

Answer 1

Appreciation is a proven method of problem-solving. The process follows a series of set steps to ensure the optimum course of action is taken. It considers all appropriate factors and weighs the benefits and risks allowing sound decisions to be taken. An appreciation is an ongoing process which involves continually thinking through each new piece of information as it is uncovered.

Question 2

What Are the benefits of applying an appreciation technique

SA MC

Answer 2

Informs police what they are expected to achieve

Increases the chances of success/aims objectives being met

Manages risk

Establishes a sequence of activities to be carried out

Eliminate duplication

Reduces uncertainty

Ensures nothing is overlooked

Effective use of resources

Question 3

Appreciation – what are factors

SA

Answer 3

Any circumstance or fact that could effect the manner in which you will achieve your desired outcome eg weather conditions,

Ask the question – so what? What does this mean? In order to thoroughly examine each factor and draw a logical Conclusion from it

Question 4

What is adopting an investigative mentality

SA

Answer 4

No matter what the circumstances of a death polices purpose is to always investigate thoroughly and gather sufficient evidence to satisfactorily EXPLAIN the circumstances of the DEATH

Question 5

The person reporting an incident is a critical witness in an investigation and it is priority to obtain all available information What information must be obtained?

SA

Answer 5

Identity and location of the suspect

Firsthand account of what the informant/complainant knows

Precise details of the location of the scene

Circumstances leading to the discovery

Identity of the victim

Question 6

What risk assessments should be carried out at the initial action at the scene

SA

Answer 6

Initial action at the scene is crucial but may also present physical risks as well as a risk of contamination to the scene

Subject to the appreciation of risks a reconnaissance should be conducted to establish who is present at the scene eg other injured people, offender hiding

Question 7

Having insured the safety of those present the next priority is to establish the physical condition of the victim.
What are the three categories?

SA

Answer 7

Alive and uninjured

Alive but injured

Shows no sign of life

Question 8

The fifth step of preserving the scene is record. What are the steps?

What do you record at the scene

SA

Answer 8

The integrity of the scene, crime scene log of movements names times and reasons for entry and exit

Observe and record details of the scene, location of the victim

Complete a sketch of the scene

Photograph the scene and consider using video recording

Question 9

What are four procedures for dealing with a suspect at a scene?

SA

Answer 9

Separate suspects from other persons at the scene

Consider the condition of the suspect, whether they are injured, under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or suffer from a medical or mental impairment or other special consideration

Ask the suspect to remain at the scene and to cooperate with police. As soon as possible remove the suspects from the scene by consent or with lawful justification.

If the suspect refuses to cooperate consider which grounds exist to arrest them and the most appropriate offence for the arrest

Question 10

What must you do when media are present at a crime scene?

MC

Answer 10

Keep them away from the immediate crime scene Cordon

Make no comment about the incident

Consult with OC investigation and explain what happened

Identify media members in where they are located

Question 11

Who should be appointed OC body?

MC

Answer 11

An experienced investigator with awareness of forensic issues

If not possible OC body may require support or a mentor

Question 12

What are the responsibilities of OC body

SA

Answer 12

Ensure death has been certified by a doctor or qualified paramedic using a deceased person certificate (POL265)

Establish if the body has been moved or disturbed

Ensure the body is photographed “in situ”and consider using video recording

Note details of medical staff and others who have attended to the victim

Question 13

What do you do when the body has been disturbed or moved?

SA

Answer 13

Dont try to restore the scene to its original unchanged condition

Make enquiries to enable the original unchanged scene to be reconstructed or photographed

Question 14

Who may attend a post-mortem?

MC

Answer 14

Pathologist (pathologist assisting if authorised by the coroner)

Coroner

Doctor who treated the deceased

Police

Dr,nurse, or funeral director representing the deceased if authorised by coroner

Dr representing the interests of a suspect to hers or may be charged in relation to the death if authorised by coroner

Any other doctor or trainee doctor authorised by coroner

Any other person authorised by a coroner

Question 15

Who from police should attend the post-mortem?

Answer 15

OC investigation

OC body

Police photographer

SOCO or fingerprint officer if required

Member Designated as exhibit officer for post-mortem

Question 16

Depending on particular circumstances of each case the OC investigation may consult other experts regarding the conduct of a post-mortem. Name four other experts

BOMB

SA

Answer 16

Biologist

Odontologist

Medical illustrator

Ballistics expert

Question 17

In the case of a homicide or serious crime involving a Māori victim what must you do?

SA

Answer 17

Engage an Iwi liaison officer

support, understand and be aware of maori traditions, protocol and beliefs

Enhance relations between the investigation, family of the deceased and the Māori community

Question 18

What are the Two important points when a person is carrying out formal ID of the deceased?

SA

Answer 18

Fully informed of what is required of them

What to expect to see when they see the deceased, particularly after a post-mortem has taken place

Question 19

What four other methods of ID can be taken when the deceased has been mutilated or there is decomposition that may render visual ID of the body

Answer 19

Fingerprints

Dental records (region forensic dentistry advisor)

Eye examination records

Personal effects

Question 20

When skeletal remains are found A pathologist with the assistance of a forensic anthropologist can usually provide what information?

SA

Answer 20

Whether the remains are actually bones

Whether the bones are human

The age, gender, height and race of the person

Question 21

What relevant information and material must the pathologist be supplied with before the post-mortem?

MC

Answer 21

Copy of Pol 47

MEK kit

Toxicology kit

medical records of the deceased where available

Question 22

What is the OC body responsible for regarding exhibit for the deceased body at the post Mortem

SA

Answer 22

Recording, labeling, packaging, ceiling and securing all physical exhibits relating to the body including samples taken during the post Mortem and must be packaged and sealed before leaving the mortuary

Question 23

After the post Mortem What must the OC body take possession of?

SA

Answer 23

All exhibits, including all samples and specialist kits

Question 24

What must the OC body do with the exhibits once everything is completed from their end?

Answer 24

Hand all exhibits to the OC exhibit to maintain an unbroken chain of exhibit continuity and security.

provide the post mortem scene exhibit schedule

copy of the NB entries
formal statement

Question 25

What must the OC body include when preparing the sudden death file? MC

Answer 25

Statement relating to the victims formal identification Copy of the police form 47 or 47A Copy of deceased person certificate - Pol 265 Copy of deceased person identification - Pol 265A

Question 26

What is the role of the family liaison officer? SA

Answer 26

involves the day to day management Between the family of the deceased and the police investigation An investigator and not a support person the FLO must also offer, facilitate and coordinate support that addresses the needs of the family

Question 27

What is the purpose of a victim impact statement for the victim?

Answer 27

statement about how the crime has impacted them through VIS Must be available for sentencing and not be older than 28 days at the time of sentencing Homicide trained victim support volunteers are trained to assist police by taking victim impact statements from surviving members

Question 28

When Compiling a victim profile what are the two sources of information SA

Answer 28

PEOPLE eg friends, colleagues, partners, associates PASSIVE DATA eg NIA, medical history, internet usage, cellphone records

Question 29

With a reconnaissance The OC area canvas and OC investigation should attend the external/general scene as soon as practical to do what? MC

Answer 29

Make a reconnaissance of the area and conduct an appreciation Set the parameters and objectives of the area canvas to provide a clear perspective of the area when it is referred to in statements/briefings

Question 30

Identifying location parameters covered by the canvas must be adequate and relevant to achieving the investigation. When would you use specialist police units? SA

Answer 30

behavioural science unit or criminal or geographic profilers may be consulted to assist with setting perimeters or identifying locations where suspects are likely to frequent or reside

Question 31

What are the area canvas questionnaires? SA

Answer 31

Stress that the Questionaire is only a guide to ensure the questions are asked but should be regarded as flexible and information supplied could lead to other questions

Question 32

What should the OC area canvas ensure that essential stuff remain focused and alert to the possibilities that the person they are speaking to could be a witness or offender

Answer 32

ensure staff morale is high by providing regular feedback on the way area canvas enquiries are contributing to the progress of the investigation Update on progress made with other enquiries

Question 33

What points do you have to consider to complement door-to-door enquiries? MC

Answer 33

Media Poster campaign Maildrop High-profile police presence e.g. caravan

Question 34

A final report at the conclusion of the area canvas must be submitted by the OC area canvas what should the report include? SA

Answer 34

Summary of all action taken Significant findings highlighted Action taken outside the original phase strategy

Question 35

When obtaining forensic evidence from a witness at a scene you must plan to preserve and recover evidence. What considerations should be taken when recovering this evidence.? SA

Answer 35

DNA Swabs of any blood present on the witness Swabs of any other relevant stains present on the witness Fingernails scrapings, hair combing Seizure of clothing and footwear and any items touched by the suspect

Question 36

What is the purpose of preliminary witness interviews. The witness possesses information or material that may lead to? MC

Answer 36

Early identification or arrest of a subject Recovery of evidence or information relevant to the offence Prevents the disposal or destruction of evidence connected to the investigation Prevention of the commission of other offences

Question 37

What should be considered when appointing an interviewer to interview a witness? SA

Answer 37

Level of training of interviewer Experience of the officer in major investigations and any additional skills that may be advantageous in the circumstances Suitability of the officer to undertake the interview

Question 38

A risk assessment must be conducted to establish the extent to which a witness might be at risk of intimidation or physical harm? MC

Answer 38

Fear of going to court Life being at serious risk

Question 39

What are police responsibilities to a witness SA

Answer 39

Insuring court appearance - Maintain contact ensuring they are summonsed and available to appear in court Witness intimidation - by maintaining contact police will be aware of any threats, intimidation or interference for appropriate action to be taken e.g. witness protection program Witness media interest - Advising witnesses and victims family of potential consequences of discussing evidence with journalists e.g. jeopardise in court proceedings Court proceedings - Ensure witnesses are fully briefed of their responsibilities and they are updated throughout the investigative and court process

Question 40

Witness control - you must ensure that witnesses do not MC

Answer 40

Have any contact or communication with jurors Discuss the case in public areas while waiting to give evidence Discuss the case with witnesses waiting after they have given evidence

Question 41

What should your briefing include when briefing the suspects team SA

Answer 41

Circumstances of the offence including analysis of the scene and witness evidence available Full details of all persons of interest and any suspect where identity is known Descriptions of the suspect provided by witnesses Particular MO’s/crime signatures have been identified

Question 42

The OC suspect will arrange a medical examination for the suspect. What must the doctor do? SA

Answer 42

Note any injuries e.g. scratches or bruises Take samples using a medical examination kit e.g. saliva, blood, fingernail scrapings, head hair Swap the suspects hands for firearms residue using the firearms detection kit as soon as possible where a firearm has been involved and an offence Provide a professional opinion regarding the condition of the suspect

Question 43

What is the role of the disclosure manager SA

Answer 43

Read the disclosure manager desk file Access the current serious crime template or IMT for use during investigation Report to the 2IC to receive a briefing, tasking, establishing what information is and is not discoverable and ongoing supervision

Question 44

What are the key responsibilities for the disclosure manager SA

Answer 44

all relevant and discoverable material is provided to defence counsel All relevant and nondiscoverable material is identified, listed and defence advised Manage disclosure timeframes within the provisions of the act or directed by the courts Retain and file all correspondence with defence counsel both incoming and outgoing

Question 45

What are police obligations when council is reassigned SA

Answer 45

Ensure the replacement council is provided with all material previously disclosed.

Question 46

What is section 10 (4) of the act providing disclosure to Defence Counsel SA

Answer 46

Disclosure may be supplied in whatever form including electronically, person disclosing the information holds it at the time of the request provided it’s available to the defendant

Question 47

What should the Crown disclosure be provided with SA

Answer 47

Identical copy of all material disclosed to defence counsel Should review an un-edited copy of the material Remain under the control of the file manager while being reviewed

Question 48

The file manager must liaise closely with the 2IC to establish requests for headquarters including MC

Answer 48

Location Transport Equipment Communications

Question 49

The file manager must assist the 2IC to prepare what SA

Answer 49

Police and special notices Daily bulletins/sitreps organisational chart and daily rosters Well displayed within the investigation headquarters

Question 50

What is OC exhibit responsible for SA

Answer 50

Establishing required standards for the recovery, handling, labelling, storage Submission to experts Presentation at court and disposal of exhibits

Question 51

In smaller investigations to OC exhibits may conduct an appreciation and facilitate a thorough interrogation of every exhibit to establish what MC

Answer 51

Evidential value of each exhibit Further enquiries needed Investigate opportunities each exhibit presents

Question 52

The OC exhibits must ensure all exhibits are fully examined. what must the OC Exhibits be aware of and determine SA

Answer 52

significance of each exhibit and what examinations may be available Determine, plan and record the examination of every exhibit and establish its relevance to the investigation

Question 53

Establishing a forensics strategy for examination of exhibit allows the OC exhibits to do what SA

Answer 53

Prioritise tasks in line with the direction of the investigation The strategy must be approved by the OC investigation and reviewed throughout the investigation to keep on top of developments

Question 54

What are the topics covered during a forensic strategy meeting SA

Answer 54

Examinations ESR and others could conduct on exhibits Priority each examination should receive Whether any further work is needed to assist a reconstruction An agreed reconstruction of the events relevant to the crime under investigation

Question 55

Following any forensic strategy meeting what must the OC exhibits record on the exhibits register SA

Answer 55

The types of examinations to be conducted and the priority allocated to the examination of each exhibit

Question 56

What must the OC exhibit do regarding results of an exhibit examination SA

Answer 56

Update the exhibits register with the results Inform OC investigations and not assume they are aware If further enquiries are required for a particular exhibit must inform the 2IC so enquiries can be initiated

Question 57

Where should exhibits be taken for safe storage SA

Answer 57

Weather sealed or not no exhibit should be taken into the investigation headquarters. a secure room should be available for use by the OC exhibits that must be kept locked at all times

Question 58

What is the chain of custody for exhibits SA

Answer 58

Every individual who has had custody of an exhibit from the time it was first discovered until the time it is produced in court It is used to demonstrate the integrity and admissibility of exhibits

Question 59

While an exhibit is under control of any officer how must this be demonstrated an IMT or prop “called the chain of evidence” SA

Answer 59

When and who they received custody of the exhibit When and how the exhibit was securely stored How the exhibit has been treated, safeguarded and preserved When, why and how the exhibit was moved from one place to another

Question 60

The OC exhibit is responsible for entering information from each scene exhibit why is this SA

Answer 60

To protect the integrity only the OC exhibit should have the password to access and make alterations. Other members of the investigations team can view it

Question 61

What action can be taken to preserve the integrity of the exhibits register SA

Answer 61

Only the OC exhibits and typist should have the password for alterations, although every member of the investigation team should be able to view it

Question 62

What is the first thing to consider when undertaking a course of action at a serious crime scene? SA

Answer 62

What risk may exist

Question 63

OC suspects must investigate all suspects thoroughly in order of priority as decided in consultation with OC investigation. what particular matters may influence setting of priorities? SA

Answer 63

The relevant weight of evidence against a person or the likelihood of them leaving the area The urgency in solving the case or availability of staff

Question 64

A police officer who has first contact with an informant to a serious offence should be briefed regarding the contact to obtain what? SA

Answer 64

Take care in recording what the informant/complainant says There demeanour and clothing worn These notes could become critical, particularly if the complainant/informant is later ID’d as a suspect

Question 65

Why must a Risk assessment be carried out on a witness? MC

Answer 65

Establish the extent to which a witness might be at risk of intimidation and physical harm