Offences Flashcards
What is the 17 Point Checklist for Investigating a Break and Enter?
1. ***Point of Entry (rear/side, fence, unlocked gate)***
2. Method of Entry (Lock forced, window smashed)
3. Location of Entry (Ground floor, rear window, door)
4. Implements used (Exhibits seized, forensic examination required)
5. Type of premise (Single storey residential, town house, commercial)
6. Alarmed (Yes/No)
7. Number of rooms disturbed (Lounge, dining, bedroom)
8. Premises ransacked (Yes/No)
9. Last person on premises (Owner/other)
10. Premises Usually vacant (Yes/No, if yes – last access to premise)
11. Surrounding properties (Residential/commercial)
12. Access to Public Transport (bus/train/ferry/nothing close)
13. Any unusual acts by POI (Yes/No – If yes what?)
14. Canvass (Yes/No, Witnesses? Who spoke to? Follow up required? What was seen or heard? POI/VOI sighted? Are they known? CCTV?
15. Forensic Evidence & Technical Services Command (FETSC) contacted
16. CCTV Footage available (Yes/No – Relevant images uploaded to VIEW)
17. Property Stolen (List property – include serial numbers – model numbers – distinguishing features)
