RESPONDING TO ROBBERIES

Question 1

Officers responding to the scene of robberies shall:

Answer 1

Cautiously respond, considering that suspects may still be on scene
 Verify the incident
 Broadcast a lookout
 Secure the T/A or residence
Detain victims and witnesses and separate them from each other
 Preserve evidence
 Notify the Robbery Unit
 If directed by an investigator, interview
victims or witnesses
 Complete a Case Record

Question 2

Officers should not take suspects back to the crime scene unless identification is to be made. If a suspect is apprehended, the officer may take the suspect to the crime scene for a one-on-one identification by a victim. This must be done within a reasonable amount of time, generally not exceeding

Answer 2

one hour