IN01: Systematic Approach To Investigations

Question 1

What does V in the Acronym mean and it’s relevance

Answer 1

Victim

Details need to be noted
- Name
- D.O.B
- Address
- Occupation
- Employer Details
- Email
- Number

Question 2

What is the A in the VAWSEEPO Acronym and it’s relevance

Answer 2

Appreciation

Think, plan and strategise. Consider all safety risks, assistance required, resources available, timeliness

Question 3

What does W in the Acronym mean and it’s relevance

Answer 3

Witness

Interview them, take a statement and ensure it is signed in notebook. Use TEDS and 5W+H

Question 4

What does S in the Acronym mean and it’s relevance

Answer 4

Scene

Freeze, control and preserve the scene. Ensure you know the exact location, entry exit points and think B I G.

Question 5

What does the 2 E’s in the Acronym VAWSEEPO mean and it’s relevance

Answer 5

Exhibits and Elements

Ensure all exhibits are preserved as it helps builds the story. DNA, Weapons, Furniture, Clothing

Identify the offence committed, establish elements, prove each elements. Offence Analysis

Question 6

What does P in the Acronym mean and it’s relevance

Answer 6

Powers

Arrest, detain and search and seize to legislation

Question 7

What does O in the VAWSEEPO Acronym mean and it’s relevance

Answer 7

Offender

Warn, report or arrest. Read BOR. May carry out pat down

Question 8

Explain “Appreciation”

Answer 8

Appreciation help assess any given situation, thinking of the best course of action

Question 9

Explain TEDS

Answer 9

T-ell me
E-xplain
D-escribe
S-how me

Question 10

Explain 5W+H

Answer 10

What, when, where, who, why and how

Question 11

What particulars do you need to obtain from the victim/informant?

Answer 11

• Full name
• Full address
• D.O.B
• Email
• Number
• Occupation
• Employer Details (Name, Number, Address)