Initial response to sexual offences

Question 1

Impact of Sexual Offences on Victims

Answer 1

Acute - Shock, disbelief, terror, vulnerability, physical suffering or anxiety, loss of personal control.
Adjustment - Denial, flashbacks, disturbed sleep, humiliation, rejection, phobias, loss of security, wishing to move on.
Long Term - Inability to have steady relationship, fear of personal safety

Question 2

Serious Sexual Offences First Attendance Log:

Answer 2

From PNB

Question 3

Initial Account Questions

Answer 3

What happened?
Who did it? Where are they now?
Where did it happen?
When did it happen?

Question 4

In initial account, what should you note on the victim’s condition?

Answer 4

Clothing
Well-being
Intoxication
State of mind
Communication ability

Question 5

EEK

Answer 5

Early Evidence Kits
Kits able to collect samples like urine/Mouth rinse for sexual assault. Want to use it as soon as possible. The comfort of victim takes priority.
Obtain signed victim consent before taking the sample.

Question 6

Arrest - Cross Contamination

Answer 6

If you have been in contact with the victim, avoid cross-contamination, make arrangement where another officer arrests the suspect.

Question 7

Common Date Rape Drugs

Answer 7

Bennies (Benzodiazepines)
GBH (Gamma-hydroxybutyrate)
Special K (Ketamine)

Question 8

Symptoms of being spiked

Answer 8

Sleepiness, dizziness, confusion
Memory loss/partial recall/flashbacks
Nausea/vomiting
Tearfulness
Glazed eye (note pupil size)
Injuries, muscle stiffness, heavy limbs or paralysis
Unusual behaviour or reduced inhibitions
Impaired judgement and feeling of lack of control
Self blame

Question 9

Evidence to preserve after sexual offence

Answer 9

Sanitary protection
Toothbrush (brushed teeth after oral intercourse)
Worn underwear
Clothing
Used condoms
Vomit/stools
Used tissues/towels

Question 10

Where can you get witnesses for sexual offences?

Answer 10

Witnesses may have witnessed the lead up to the offence.